Male Name
Edmund
ˈɛd.mənd
ˈɛt.mʊnt
ˈɛd.munt
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
A Song of Ice and Fire characters
Australian prime ministers
Bridgerton characters
Charles Dickens characters
Chronicles of Narnia characters
currently out of the US top 1000
defence
Donna Tartt characters
explorers
fortune
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
81/100
classic175%
mature140%
formal160%
upper class140%
natural80%
wholesome120%
strong140%
refined140%
strange65%
serious140%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Edmund means 'rich protection', derived from the Old English elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth, fortune' and 'mund' meaning 'protection'. It has been used by notable historical figures and remains a classic name with deep historical roots.
Etymology
Original Form:
Eadmund
Evolution:
From Old English to modern English, the name has retained its core meaning while adapting to linguistic changes.
Source:
Old English