Edmund
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Protection
Origin: Germanic
Popularity: Ranked #1082 in 2025 with 199 babies born.
History: Contains the Germanic element 'mund' meaning protection.
Similar names: edmundo, edmond, emuna, emunah
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Edmund? About 1 in 16,726 babies born in 2025 were named Edmund, or roughly 0.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Edmund
What does the name Edmund mean?
Edmund means “Protection” from Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Edmund?
Edmund has Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Protection”.
How popular is Edmund?
Edmund ranked #1081 in 2025 — given to 199 babies that year.
When was Edmund most popular?
Edmund peaked in 1923 with 1,145 babies registered that year.
Is Edmund a boy or girl name?
Edmund is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Edmunds in registered births are male.
Is the name Edmund rising or falling in popularity?
Edmund has risen 336 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1417 in 2020 to #1081 in 2025.
How long has Edmund been recorded?
Edmund appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.