Glennon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGLEH-non / /ˈɡlɛnən/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: 'descendant of the foreigner'; Gaelic: 'glenn' meaning 'valley'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Glennon is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname 'O'Glennain'. It is associated with the word 'glenn', which refers to a valley. The name has been used in various forms throughout Irish history and is often linked to the landscape of Ireland. It is relatively uncommon as a first name but has seen some use in modern times.
Trend Summary
The name Glennon has seen limited use in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Glenn
International Variants
- Glen (English)
- Glenno (Italian)
Famous people named Glennon
Glennon Doyle is an American author and activist known for her memoir 'Untamed'.
Glennon McCullough was a notable Irish footballer who played in the 20th century.
Glennon McGowan is a recognized figure in the field of education and community service.
Glennon H. Smith was an influential American politician in the mid-20th century.
Fictional characters named Glennon
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Glennon was first seen in the United States in 1912. Glennon has ranked as high as #1076 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in Missouri, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Glennon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Glennon (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 15 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 25 |
| 1921 | 20 |
| 1922 | 26 |
| 1923 | 26 |
| 1924 | 21 |
| 1925 | 16 |
| 1926 | 31 |
| 1927 | 21 |
| 1928 | 32 |
| 1929 | 25 |
| 1930 | 25 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 20 |
| 1934 | 17 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 24 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 24 |
| 1939 | 20 |
| 1940 | 17 |
| 1941 | 24 |
| 1942 | 15 |
| 1943 | 26 |
| 1944 | 13 |
| 1945 | 21 |
| 1946 | 25 |
| 1947 | 25 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1950 | 22 |
| 1951 | 26 |
| 1952 | 21 |
| 1953 | 24 |
| 1954 | 19 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 15 |
| 1957 | 33 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 23 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 28 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1995 | 6 |