Keymond
A variation of the name Raymond, derived from the Germanic elements "ragin" (counsel) and "mund" (protector).
Name Census estimates that about 13 living Americans carry the first name Keymond. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Keymond today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Keymond births was 2007 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Keymond. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Keymond. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
13
~ 1 in 26,365,718 Americans
Peak year
2007
7 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2007 SSA rank
#10,386
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Keymond: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Keymond 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 Keymond during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 13 | 0 | 13 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Keymond
The given name Keymond is believed to have originated from the Old English language, with its roots dating back to the Anglo-Saxon era in the 5th to 11th centuries. The name is derived from the combination of two Old English words: "cæga," meaning "key," and "mund," meaning "protection" or "guardian."
During the medieval period, the name Keymond was commonly used in various regions of England, particularly in the northern counties. It was often associated with individuals who held positions of authority, such as gatekeepers or those responsible for safeguarding important assets or locations.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Keymond can be found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of landholdings commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086. The name appears several times, indicating its use among the Anglo-Saxon population at the time.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Keymond. One such figure was Keymond of Northumbria (c. 975-1042), a renowned scholar and theologian who contributed significantly to the preservation of ancient manuscripts and the advancement of education during the early medieval period.
Another prominent figure was Sir Keymond Fitzhugh (1290-1349), a knight and military commander who played a crucial role in the Hundred Years' War between England and France. He was renowned for his bravery and strategic acumen on the battlefield.
In the realm of literature, Keymond Chaucer (1345-1400), a distant relative of the celebrated poet Geoffrey Chaucer, gained recognition as a skilled scribe and calligrapher. His meticulous work in transcribing and preserving literary works of the time was instrumental in preserving the cultural heritage of the era.
The name Keymond also found its way into religious circles. Brother Keymond of Canterbury (1215-1287), a Benedictine monk, was revered for his devotion to charitable works and his dedication to serving the poor and underprivileged members of society.
During the Renaissance period, Keymond Marlowe (1564-1593), an English playwright and poet, left an indelible mark on the literary landscape with his influential works, including the renowned play "The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus."
While the name Keymond has undergone various spelling variations over the centuries, its underlying meaning and association with guardianship and protection have remained consistent throughout its rich history.
People
Keymond + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Keymond as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Keymond: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Keymond?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 13 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Keymond 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 26,365,718 US residents.
Is Keymond a common name?
We classify Keymond as "Very Rare". It ranks above 33.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 13 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Keymond most popular?
The single biggest year for Keymond was 2007, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Keymond is about 22 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 Keymond in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Keymond a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Keymond in the SSA data are male. 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 Keymond still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Keymond 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 Keymond 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 common is the name Keymond?
For a quick modern take, check how many Americans are named Keymond on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.