Edmund
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Edmund is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Edmund is an English name derived from Old English elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth, fortune' and 'mund' meaning 'protector.' Thus, it means 'wealthy protector.'”. It currently ranks #1182 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1923.
What Edmund Means
“Edmund is an English name derived from Old English elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth, fortune' and 'mund' meaning 'protector.' Thus, it means 'wealthy protector.'”
The Story of Edmund
This ancient English name whispers of hidden treasures and steadfast guardians protecting what matters most.
Edmund is a distinguished name from Old English, meticulously crafted from the elements 'ead,' meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune,' and 'mund,' meaning 'protector.' Together, they form the powerful meaning 'wealthy protector.' This noble name has graced English history for centuries, carried by kings and scholars, embodying resilience and guardianship.
There’s a profound depth to the name Edmund, a resonance of quiet strength and unwavering resolve. When you say 'Edmund,' you sense a profound responsibility, a promise of safe keeping. It's a name for a child who will be a pillar of support, a wise counselor, and a steadfast guardian of the things and people they hold dear.
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Edmund Hillary
New Zealand mountaineer and explorer.
Edmund Spenser
English poet.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#1,145 in 1923
Total Births
51,943
First Recorded
1880
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