Aemon

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Aemon Pronunciation

Aemon is pronounced AY-mən /ˈeɪ.mən/High

Meaning: A spelling of Eamon — the Irish Edmund, 'a rich protector; a wealthy guardian' (Old English ead, 'wealth', plus mund, 'protection'); also a Game of Thrones name; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A rich protector: Aemon spells Eamon (the Irish Edmund) — 'a rich protector'. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'AY-mən').

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Origin LowIrish, English

MeaningA spelling of Eamon — the Irish Edmund, 'a rich protector; a wealthy guardian' (Old English ead, 'wealth', plus mund, 'protection'); also a Game of Thrones name; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#6445 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births13 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2019

Total births (all-time)≈ 145

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Aemon is a spelling of Eamon — the Irish form of Edmund, from Old English ead, 'wealth, riches', plus mund, 'protection' — 'a rich protector' (routes layered, which we note). The spelling is also used in Game of Thrones (Maester Aemon). A crisp, classic name (said 'AY-mən'; nickname Aem).

It registers thinly in this spelling. Rare, a-rich-protector at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Edmund means 'a rich protector; a wealthy guardian' (Old English ead, 'wealth', plus mund, 'protection') — Aemon is a spelling of its Irish form Eamon, crisp and classic (also Maester Aemon in Game of Thrones; said 'AY-mən').

Overall data confidence 48%

Behind the Name — Eamon — routes layered

Variations

EamonEamonnEdmund

Nicknames

Aem

Themes & Styles

Uncertain English Irish

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Aemon?

Aemon is pronounced AY-mən (/ˈeɪ.mən/). Press play above to hear Aemon said aloud.

How do you say Aemon?

Aemon is said AY-mən (/ˈeɪ.mən/). Press play above to hear Aemon said aloud.

What does the name Aemon mean?

Aemon spells Eamon (the Irish Edmund) — 'a rich protector; a wealthy guardian'; the routes are layered.

Is Aemon a boy or girl name?

Aemon is a boy's name.

How popular is Aemon?

Aemon is a rare name in the U.S.