Edmund Strunk

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Edmund Strunk — English
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Edmund Strunk 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 Strunk: Strunk is a German surname, originating from the Middle High German word strunc and the Middle Low German word strunk/stronk meaning "stump", "stem of a cabbage plant", and "stalk", which was used as a nickname for "a short, stout, ungainly person"; it was also used as "a topographic name for someone who lived in an area with tree trunks" or a vegetable field. There are 2105 people with this surname in Germany, mostly in the west of the country. As of 2010, there were 8129 people in the United States with this surname. A spelling variant of the surname is Strunck, with 337 bearers in Germany. 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: Strunk

Germanic

Strunk is a German surname, originating from the Middle High German word strunc and the Middle Low German word strunk/stronk meaning "stump", "stem of a cabbage plant", and "stalk", which was used as a nickname for "a short, stout, ungainly person"; it was also used as "a topographic name for someone who lived in an area with tree trunks" or a vegetable field. There are 2105 people with this surname in Germany, mostly in the west of the country. As of 2010, there were 8129 people in the United States with this surname. A spelling variant of the surname is Strunck, with 337 bearers in Germany.

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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 Strunk

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 Strunk:

11
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Strunk?
The surname Strunk originates from Germanic. Strunk is a German surname, originating from the Middle High German word strunc and the Middle Low German word strunk/stronk meaning "stump", "stem of a cabbage plant", and "stalk", which was used as a nickname for "a short, stout, ungainly person"; it was also used as "a topographic name for someone who lived in an area with tree trunks" or a vegetable field. There are 2105 people with this surname in Germany, mostly in the west of the country. As of 2010, there were 8129 people in the United States with this surname. A spelling variant of the surname is Strunck, with 337 bearers in Germany.
What are the origins of the name Edmund Strunk?
The name Edmund Strunk combines two different traditions: the first name Edmund has English roots, while the surname Strunk originates from Germanic.
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