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Eamon

Boy · Irish · Medium name

Meaning
Wealthy protector
Pronunciation
AY-mun
Origin
Irish

Irish form of Edmund, from Old English 'ead' (riches) and 'mund' (protector).

Popularity
Rare in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Irish, English

Commonly used in: United States, Ireland, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • EdmondEnglish

    English form.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Irish Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-20.

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