Meade
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Meade is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname that evolved into a given name, likely derived from the Old English word 'mede', meaning 'meadow' or 'grassland'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1918.
What Meade Means
“An English surname that evolved into a given name, likely derived from the Old English word 'mede', meaning 'meadow' or 'grassland'.”
The Story of Meade
This name evokes the quiet beauty of open fields, a gentle echo of the English countryside waiting to ground your son.
Meade emerged from the English landscape, originally an Old English word 'mede' meaning 'meadow' or 'grassland.' It transitioned from a description of place to a surname, and eventually found its way as a given name, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, carrying with it the serene essence of nature.
There's a quiet strength in the sound of Meade, like walking through tall grass on a warm afternoon. When you picture your son, this name feels like solid earth beneath his feet. It’s a name that suggests a grounded, steady nature, someone who finds peace in simplicity and possesses a natural, unpretentious charm.
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Peak Year
#20 in 1918
Total Births
521
First Recorded
1913
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