All about the name
Edmond
Female
« Edmond is a timeless French given name of Germanic origin, derived from "adal" meaning noble and "haim" meaning home, translating to "noble home ruler". Introduced by the Normans in the 11th century, it remains an elegant choice despite its waning popularity today. »
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since 1900
Meaning, origin, history
Edmond is a French given name of Germanic origin. It is derived from the Old German elements "adal" meaning "noble" and "haim" meaning "home". Therefore, Edmond means "noble home ruler". The name was introduced to France by the Normans who invaded England in the 11th century. Edmond became popular in France during the Middle Ages and remained so throughout the centuries. Some famous bearers of this name include Edmond Halley, the astronomer after whom Halley's Comet is named, and Edmond de Rothschild, a French banker and philanthropist. Despite its historical popularity, Edmond is not as commonly used today as it once was. However, it remains a timeless and elegant choice for parents looking for a classic yet distinctive name for their son.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Edmond since 1880
Total births
7
Total since 1880
Peak year
1968
7 births
in 1968
7
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
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