Mead Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEED / /miːd/English; Old English
Meaning
English: meadow; Old English: a place where grass grows
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mead has roots in Old English, referring to a meadow or grassy area. It was used as a surname before becoming a given name. In English culture, meadows are often associated with pastoral beauty and tranquility. The name has seen limited use as a first name in modern times.
Trend Summary
The name Mead has not been widely popular in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mead was first seen in the United States in 1915. Mead has ranked as high as #866 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mead has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |