Maude Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmawd / /mɔːd/French; Old German
Meaning
French: mighty battler; Old German: strength
Historical & Cultural Background
Maude is derived from the Old German name 'Matilda', which means 'strength in battle'. It gained popularity in France and England during the medieval period. The name has been associated with several historical figures, particularly in the context of nobility. It has seen a resurgence in modern times as a vintage name.
Trend Summary
Maude has experienced a decline in popularity in the United States, being considered a vintage name.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maud
- Matilda
International Variants
- Maud (Dutch)
- Matilde (Italian)
- Mathilde (French)
Famous people named Maude
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maude was first seen in the United States in 1881. Maude has ranked as high as #412 nationally, which occurred in 1894, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Maude has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maude
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 6 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1883 | 6 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1885 | 6 |
| 1888 | 10 |
| 1889 | 9 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1891 | 12 |
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1894 | 13 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1929 | 5 |