Edmund Redd

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Edmund Redd — English
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Edmund Redd is a name that combines English origins. The first name Edmund is a masculine given name of English origin. Edmund is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Old English elements ēad, meaning "prosperity" or "riches", and mund, meaning "protector". Persons named Edmund include: Edmund the Martyr (died 869 or 870), king of East Anglia Edmund I (922–946), King of England from 939 to 946 Edmund Ironside (989–1016), also known as Edmund II, King of England in 1016 Edmund of Scotland (after 1070 – after 1097) Edmund Crouchback (1245–1296), son of King Henry III of England and claimant to the Sicilian throne Edmund, 2nd Earl of Cornwall (1249–1300), earl of Cornwall; E. The surname Redd: Chris Redd (born 1985), American stand-up comedian and actor Chuck Redd (born 1958), American drummer Dana Redd (born 1968), American politician Freddie Redd (1928–2021), American pianist Glen Redd (1958–2007), American football player Henry Redd (1895–1960), American football coach James Redd (born 1942), American football coach Jasper Redd (born 1979), American comedian Jeff Redd (21st century), American singer John Scott Redd (born 1944), United States Navy admiral Lambert Redd (1908–1986), American athlete Marie Redd (21st century), American politician Michael Redd (born 1979), American ba. Edmund is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 45K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Edmund reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Edmund

English

Edmund is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Old English elements ēad, meaning "prosperity" or "riches", and mund, meaning "protector". Persons named Edmund include: Edmund the Martyr (died 869 or 870), king of East Anglia Edmund I (922–946), King of England from 939 to 946 Edmund Ironside (989–1016), also known as Edmund II, King of England in 1016 Edmund of Scotland (after 1070 – after 1097) Edmund Crouchback (1245–1296), son of King Henry III of England and claimant to the Sicilian throne Edmund, 2nd Earl of Cornwall (1249–1300), earl of Cornwall; E.

Surname: Redd

English

Chris Redd (born 1985), American stand-up comedian and actor Chuck Redd (born 1958), American drummer Dana Redd (born 1968), American politician Freddie Redd (1928–2021), American pianist Glen Redd (1958–2007), American football player Henry Redd (1895–1960), American football coach James Redd (born 1942), American football coach Jasper Redd (born 1979), American comedian Jeff Redd (21st century), American singer John Scott Redd (born 1944), United States Navy admiral Lambert Redd (1908–1986), American athlete Marie Redd (21st century), American politician Michael Redd (born 1979), American ba.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Edmund is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Edmund by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Edmund Redd

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Edmund Redd:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Edmund?
The first name Edmund originates from English. Edmund is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Old English elements ēad, meaning "prosperity" or "riches", and mund, meaning "protector". Persons named Edmund include: Edmund the Martyr (died 869 or 870), king of East Anglia Edmund I (922–946), King of England from 939 to 946 Edmund Ironside (989–1016), also known as Edmund II, King of England in 1016 Edmund of Scotland (after 1070 – after 1097) Edmund Crouchback (1245–1296), son of King Henry III of England and claimant to the Sicilian throne Edmund, 2nd Earl of Cornwall (1249–1300), earl of Cornwall; E.
When was Edmund most popular?
The name Edmund reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Redd?
The surname Redd originates from English. Chris Redd (born 1985), American stand-up comedian and actor Chuck Redd (born 1958), American drummer Dana Redd (born 1968), American politician Freddie Redd (1928–2021), American pianist Glen Redd (1958–2007), American football player Henry Redd (1895–1960), American football coach James Redd (born 1942), American football coach Jasper Redd (born 1979), American comedian Jeff Redd (21st century), American singer John Scott Redd (born 1944), United States Navy admiral Lambert Redd (1908–1986), American athlete Marie Redd (21st century), American politician Michael Redd (born 1979), American ba.
How common is the surname Redd?
The surname Redd is shared by approximately 13K people worldwide.
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