Seldon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSEL-don / /ˈsɛldən/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: from the hill; Hebrew: to be safe
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Seldon has English origins, often associated with geographical features. It may also have Hebrew roots, implying safety or security. The name is relatively uncommon and has seen limited use in historical records. Its usage has been influenced by literary references, particularly in science fiction.
Trend Summary
Seldon has remained a rare name in the United States, with sporadic usage over the years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Seldon was first seen in the United States in 1882. Seldon has ranked as high as #805 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Kentucky, Alabama, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Seldon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Seldon (1946)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1887 | 7 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 18 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 24 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 35 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 28 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 22 |
| 1921 | 23 |
| 1922 | 25 |
| 1923 | 26 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 22 |
| 1927 | 33 |
| 1928 | 21 |
| 1929 | 17 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 16 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1939 | 14 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 18 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 14 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |