What does Edmundo mean and where does it come from?
Edmundo is a Spanish and Portuguese variant of the name Edmund, which has Old English origins. The name has seen usage in various cultures, particularly in Latin America and Portugal. Notable figures include Edmundo Sosa, a professional baseball player from Panama, and Edmundo de Amicis, an Italian
Cultural significance
Edmundo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of wealthy protector.
Peak popularity
Reached #1004 in 1958 — currently #4923 in the US.
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Edmundo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Edmundo Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Edmundo Rose
Floral · soft ending
Edmundo Mae
Sweet · timeless
Edmundo Claire
French influence · crisp
Edmundo Jane
Literary · strong
Edmundo Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Edmundo right now?
Rising fast — up 1009 spots — currently #4923 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #4923 | 20 | ▲ up 1009 · +33% births |
| 2022 | #5932 | 15 | ▲ up 880 · +25% births |
| 2021 | #6812 | 12 | ▼ down 1801 · -33% births |
| 2020 | #5011 | 18 | ▼ down 587 · -18% births |
| 2015 | #4424 | 22 | ▼ down 520 · -15% births |
| 2010 | #3904 | 26 | ▼ down 646 · -16% births |
| 2005 | #3258 | 31 | ▼ down 824 · -21% births |
| 2000 | #2434 | 39 | ▼ down 321 |
| 1995 | #2113 | 39 | ▼ down 442 · -20% births |
| 1990 | #1671 | 49 | ▲ up 67 · +40% births |
| 1985 | #1738 | 35 | ▼ down 520 · -39% births |
| 1980 | #1218 | 57 | ▲ up 74 · +27% births |
| 1975 | #1292 | 45 | ▲ up 13 · +10% births |
| 1970 | #1305 | 41 | ▲ up 48 · +24% births |
| 1965 | #1353 | 33 | — |
The story of Edmundo
Edmundo entered American naming records in 1914 and has been in use for over 110 years. With 3,230 total births recorded, Edmundo remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2447 in 1915, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #4923 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Edmundo in 1958:
Edmundo by decade
Edmundo peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1910s | 54 | |
| 1920s | 219 | |
| 1930s | 222 | |
| 1940s | 239 | |
| 1950s | 354 | |
| 1960s | 338 | |
| 1970s | 419 | |
| 1980s | 410 | |
| 1990s ★ | 420 | |
| 2000s | 358 | |
| 2010s | 179 | |
| 2020s | 18 | |
💎With 3,230 total births, Edmundo is an uncommon but established name.
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Famous people named Edmundo
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Edmundo (Spanish saint)
Edmundo helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.
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Edmundo (Spanish royal)
Edmundo held this name in the Spanish Crown, giving it aristocratic resonance across the Hispanic world.
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Edmundo (Spanish conquistador or explorer)
Edmundo bore this name during the Age of Exploration, spreading it across the Americas.
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Edmundo (Spanish saint)
Edmundo helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.
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Common questions about the name Edmundo
What does the name Edmundo mean?
Edmundo means "Wealthy protector" — a name rooted in Spanish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Edmundo?
Edmundo is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Edmundo have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Edmundo?
Edmundo originates from Spanish tradition. Spanish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Edmundo?
Edmundo is a three-syllable name pronounced EH2 D M AH1 N D OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Edmundo?
Edmundo pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spanish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.