Edmund

Meaning & origin

The male first name Edmund comes from Old High German and means "the protector of wealth". It is composed of the words "ead" for wealth and "mund" for protection. The name was particularly popular in the Middle Ages and is still widespread in many European countries today.

First names similar to Edmund

These names share a close sound or structure with Edmund and provide extra inspiration.

Famous people with the first name Edmund

• Edmund Ironside Baron Ironside
• Edmund Hillary New Zealand mountaineer and expedition leader
• Edmund I King of England
• Edmund Kemper American serial killer
• Edmund the Martyr Person
• Edmund McMillen Artist

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