Eamon Boy
Origin(s)
Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'wealthy protector'; Gaelic: 'guardian'
Historical & Cultural Background
Eamon is an Irish name derived from the Gaelic name Éamonn, which is a variant of the name Edmund. The name has been borne by several notable figures in Irish history and culture. It is often associated with strength and leadership. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in Ireland and among Irish communities worldwide.
Trend Summary
Eamon has experienced a modest level of popularity in the United States, particularly among those with Irish heritage.
Similar Names
Edmund, Emmett, Ewan, Elias, Eli, Eoghan, Eliot
Variants
- Éamonn
- Eamonn
International Variants
- Noé (French)
- Eamon (English)
Famous people named Eamon
Eamon de Valera was a prominent Irish politician and statesman who served as Taoiseach and President of Ireland.
Eamon Holmes is a well-known Northern Irish television presenter and journalist.
Eamon Sullivan is an Australian swimmer who has won multiple Olympic medals.
Eamon Farren is an Australian actor known for his roles in television series such as 'The Witcher'.
Fictional characters named Eamon
Eamon is a character in the video game series 'Dragon Age', serving as a companion to the player.
Eamon is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, part of the Witcher series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eamon was first seen in the United States in 1919. Eamon has ranked as high as #1241 nationally which occurred in 2016 and has been most popular in New York, California, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Eamon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eamon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 14 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| OR | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| GA | 5 | |
| MA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 24 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 14 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 22 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 29 |
| 1978 | 34 |
| 1979 | 31 |
| 1980 | 34 |
| 1981 | 43 |
| 1982 | 40 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 39 |
| 1985 | 48 |
| 1986 | 43 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 46 |
| 1990 | 42 |
| 1991 | 41 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 45 |
| 1994 | 52 |
| 1995 | 58 |
| 1996 | 66 |
| 1997 | 92 |
| 1998 | 81 |
| 1999 | 90 |
| 2000 | 79 |
| 2001 | 102 |
| 2002 | 92 |
| 2003 | 108 |
| 2004 | 116 |
| 2005 | 131 |
| 2006 | 125 |
| 2007 | 108 |
| 2008 | 160 |
| 2009 | 161 |
| 2010 | 125 |
| 2011 | 155 |
| 2012 | 132 |
| 2013 | 115 |
| 2014 | 136 |
| 2015 | 141 |
| 2016 | 182 |
| 2017 | 182 |
| 2018 | 157 |
| 2019 | 156 |
| 2020 | 121 |
| 2021 | 128 |
| 2022 | 102 |
| 2023 | 102 |
| 2024 | 119 |