Edmundo

“Wealthy protector”

Spanish origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4923US 2023

20Births / yr

↑Rising

3.2kAll-time births

📅 Since 191400

How to pronounce Edmundo

edm·UHND·oh

/ˌɛdm.ˈənd.oʊ/ · stress on UHND · 3 syllables

“Wealthy protector”

Spanish origin · Boy name

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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What middle names flow best with Edmundo?

Edmundo works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Edmundo Grace

How popular is Edmundo right now?

Rising fast — up 1009 spots — currently #4923 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#4923 · Top 3.6%

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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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Edmundo

Best Year1980Rank #1218

Peak Count57

Average Rank#2603

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202325 years

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:

Michael David James Robert John

Edmundo by decade

Edmundo peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
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.

What are good nicknames for Edmundo?

ENGLISH

EdEddieEddyNed

FRENCH

Edmé

HUNGARIAN

Ödi

LIMBURGISH

Mao

Famous people named Edmundo

Edmundo (Spanish saint)

Edmundo helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.

Edmundo (Spanish royal)

Edmundo held this name in the Spanish Crown, giving it aristocratic resonance across the Hispanic world.

Edmundo (Spanish conquistador or explorer)

Edmundo bore this name during the Age of Exploration, spreading it across the Americas.

Edmundo (Spanish saint)

Edmundo helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.

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What names sound and feel like Edmundo?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Edmundo also consider these

Edmondo

Italian · wealth protector

Edmunda

English · A English name

English · A English name

Edgardo

Spanish · Spanish

Ermando

German · A German name

Almando

Spanish · Spanish

How is Edmundo written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Edmundo?

Edmée FRENCH Edmonde FRENCH Edmonda ITALIAN Monet VARIOUS

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.