Holding steady.
Popularity of Edman since 1912
Babies named Edman per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 32 |
| 1920s | 52 |
| 1930s | 27 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Edman is a rare given name that appeared sporadically in U.S. birth records during the early 20th century. It was first recorded in 1912 and reached its highest usage in 1916, when it was given to 5 boys per million. The name has not been in the top 1,000 since at least the 1950s, and by the 1910s decade it was already uncommon. Edman is a phonetic variant of the more familiar Edmund, sharing its meaning of wealthy protector. The name carries a vintage, understated quality, but its lack of modern usage means it is unlikely to be encountered often.
Edman is a variant of Edmond, itself derived from the Old English name Eadmund, composed of the elements ead, meaning wealth or fortune, and mund, meaning protection. It was borne by several early English saints and kings, including Saint Edmund the Martyr (9th century). The spelling Edman emerged as a phonetic simplification.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ed, Eddie
Sibling names for Edman
Names that share Edman's style, for a brother or sister.
