Fernand Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfur-NAND / fɛʁ.nɑ̃French; Germanic
Meaning
French: adventurous; Germanic: bold traveler
Historical & Cultural Background
Fernand is derived from the Old High German name 'Ferdinand', which combines elements meaning 'journey' and 'brave'. It became popular in France during the Middle Ages. The name has been borne by various historical figures, contributing to its enduring presence in European culture.
Trend Summary
Fernand has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ferdinand
- Fernando
International Variants
- Fernando (Spanish)
- Ferdinand (German)
- Ferdinando (Italian)
Famous people named Fernand
Fernand Léger was a French painter known for his contributions to the Cubist movement.
Fernand de Brinon was a French politician and diplomat during the early 20th century.
Fernand Raynaud was a French comedian and actor famous for his satirical humor.
Fernand Gignac was a Canadian singer and actor celebrated for his performances in the 20th century.
Fictional characters named Fernand
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fernand was first seen in the United States in 1882. Fernand has ranked as high as #837 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Maine, Massachusetts, Louisiana, Rhode Island, and Vermont. In the past 5 years the name Fernand has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fernand (1952)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ME | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 7 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 23 |
| 1915 | 25 |
| 1916 | 33 |
| 1917 | 30 |
| 1918 | 27 |
| 1919 | 29 |
| 1920 | 38 |
| 1921 | 49 |
| 1922 | 63 |
| 1923 | 73 |
| 1924 | 73 |
| 1925 | 54 |
| 1926 | 56 |
| 1927 | 69 |
| 1928 | 51 |
| 1929 | 36 |
| 1930 | 39 |
| 1931 | 35 |
| 1932 | 46 |
| 1933 | 37 |
| 1934 | 26 |
| 1935 | 35 |
| 1936 | 21 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 16 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 30 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 20 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 16 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 |