Holding steady.
Popularity of Veldon since 1913
Babies named Veldon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 20 |
| 1920s | 54 |
| 1930s | 76 |
| 1940s | 37 |
| 1950s | 33 |
| 1960s | 20 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Veldon is an uncommon masculine name that saw its highest recorded use in 1933, though it has never been a top-tier choice. The name is likely an English surname or place name, with roots in Old English words for 'field' and 'hill'. Its trajectory has been stable but rare, with no recorded use in top states in recent decades. Parents seeking a distinctive, vintage-sounding name with a down-to-earth meaning may appreciate Veldon's quiet history. Despite its obscurity, the name offers straightforward pronunciation and a solid, traditional feel.
Veldon is likely an English surname transferred to given name usage, possibly derived from a place name meaning 'valley hill' (from Old English 'feld' meaning field + 'dun' meaning hill). It may also be a variant of Veldon. The name saw mild use in the early 20th century, peaking in the 1930s, but has since become rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vel, Don
Variants: Veldon, Veldan
Sibling names for Veldon
Names that share Veldon's style, for a brother or sister.
