Mortimer Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOR-ti-mer / ˈmɔːrtɪmərLatin; Old French
Meaning
Latin: 'dead sea'; Old French: 'stubborn'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mortimer has roots in Latin and Old French, reflecting its historical use in medieval contexts. It was originally a surname derived from a place name in Normandy, France. Mortimer has been associated with nobility and land ownership in England, particularly during the Middle Ages.
Trend Summary
Mortimer has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the early 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mort
- Morty
International Variants
- Mortimer (English)
- Mortimer (French)
Famous people named Mortimer
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mortimer was first seen in the United States in 1880. Mortimer has ranked as high as #749 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in New York, New Jersey, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. In the past 5 years the name Mortimer has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mortimer (1943)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 11 |
| 1882 | 15 |
| 1883 | 10 |
| 1884 | 10 |
| 1885 | 11 |
| 1886 | 14 |
| 1887 | 8 |
| 1888 | 8 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1893 | 10 |
| 1894 | 14 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1896 | 13 |
| 1897 | 7 |
| 1898 | 11 |
| 1899 | 10 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 10 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 13 |
| 1905 | 12 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1907 | 17 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 11 |
| 1911 | 18 |
| 1912 | 55 |
| 1913 | 57 |
| 1914 | 75 |
| 1915 | 76 |
| 1916 | 91 |
| 1917 | 83 |
| 1918 | 88 |
| 1919 | 91 |
| 1920 | 70 |
| 1921 | 83 |
| 1922 | 79 |
| 1923 | 71 |
| 1924 | 62 |
| 1925 | 58 |
| 1926 | 48 |
| 1927 | 43 |
| 1928 | 47 |
| 1929 | 42 |
| 1930 | 36 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 29 |
| 1933 | 16 |
| 1934 | 19 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 18 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |