Paladin Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAL-uh-din / ˈpæl.ə.dɪnOld French; Latin
Meaning
Old French: knight; Latin: one who serves
Historical & Cultural Background
The term 'paladin' originates from the Latin word 'palatinus', referring to a high-ranking official. In medieval literature, paladins were often depicted as noble knights serving a king or a noble cause. The concept has been popularized in various forms of media, including literature and games, symbolizing heroism and chivalry.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Paladin was first seen in the United States in 1958. Paladin has ranked as high as #1335 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Paladin has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |