Glodine
A feminine name derived from the French word "gloire," meaning "glory" or "splendor."
Name Census estimates that about 2 living Americans carry the first name Glodine. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Glodine today is around 103 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Glodine births was 1915 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Glodine. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Glodine is about 103 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Glodines were born before 1933.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Glodine. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
2
~ 1 in 171,377,169 Americans
Peak year
1915
6 babies that year
Average age
103
years old
1942 SSA rank
#4,901
Tracked since 1915
Popularity
Glodine: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Glodine from the 1910s through to the 1940s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 21 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Glodine by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Glodine during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Glodine
The name Glodine is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich tapestry of cultural influences woven throughout its history. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Gaulish tribes that inhabited present-day France during the Iron Age. Derived from the Proto-Celtic root word "glod," meaning "bright" or "shining," the name Glodine was likely bestowed upon individuals with a radiant or luminous presence.
In the centuries that followed, the name underwent various linguistic transformations, adapting to the evolving languages and dialects of the regions it traversed. Records from the Middle Ages reveal instances of the name appearing in ancient manuscripts and chronicles, though its use remained relatively obscure compared to more prevalent names of the era.
The earliest documented individual bearing the name Glodine was a noble woman from the Merovingian dynasty, who lived in the 6th century CE. Her name was etched into the annals of history as a testament to the enduring legacy of this unique appellation.
Throughout the ages, several notable figures have carried the name Glodine, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields. One such individual was Glodine de Champagne, a renowned poet and troubadour from the 12th century, whose lyrical compositions celebrated the ideals of courtly love and chivalry.
In the 16th century, Glodine Duverger, a French mathematician and astronomer, made significant contributions to the understanding of celestial mechanics, earning her a place among the greatest scientific minds of her time.
The name Glodine also found its way into the realm of literature, with Glodine Deveraux being a beloved character in the historical novel "The Scarlet Pimpernel" by Baroness Orczy, published in 1905. Her portrayal as a courageous and compassionate woman left a lasting impression on readers.
Another notable figure was Glodine Rousseau, a French resistance fighter during World War II, whose bravery and unwavering commitment to the cause of freedom inspired generations to come.
While the name Glodine may have faded into obscurity in recent times, its rich historical tapestry and the remarkable individuals who have borne it serve as a testament to its enduring legacy, etched into the annals of human civilization.
People
Glodine + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Glodine as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with G
Other first names starting with G with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Glodine: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Glodine?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 2 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Glodine going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 171,377,169 US residents.
Is Glodine a common name?
We classify Glodine as "Very Rare". It ranks above 4.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 37 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Glodine most popular?
The single biggest year for Glodine was 1915, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Glodine is about 103 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Glodine in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Glodine a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Glodine in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Glodine still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Glodine in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Glodine can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Glodine?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.