Ormond
o-rmo-nd,
or-mond
US Popularity:11424
Origin:Gaelic
Meaning:Red; Spear protector; Ship protector
With a name like Ormond, baby will be as strong and capable as his Celtic ancestors who came before them. It stems from the Gaelic name Ó Ruaidh or Ruadh and sports a number of definitions, including “red,” “spear protector,” or “ship protector,” sure to keep baby safe among troubled waters. Also, a surname, Ormond, became more widespread in the 12th century and was typically bestowed upon the chief servant or wine steward of a medieval household. Whether you’re hoping to keep baby connected to their Celtic roots or hoping to encourage a fearless warrior in them, the name Ormond will most certainly do the trick.
Ormond Name Popularity Data
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2000
#21005
in 2000
+ 1897
from 1999
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