Thermond
A French masculine name derived from the Germanic name Theodmar meaning "powerful ruler".
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Thermond. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Thermond today is around 79 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Thermond births was 1947 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Thermond. 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 Thermond is about 79 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Thermonds were born before 1957.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Thermond. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
1947
6 babies that year
Average age
79
years old
1951 SSA rank
#4,203
Tracked since 1947
Popularity
Thermond: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Thermond from the 1940s through to the 1950s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1940s, with 11 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1940s peak, Thermond remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Thermond 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 Thermond 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 Thermond
The name Thermond is a unique and intriguing moniker that has its roots in the ancient Gaulish language. It is believed to have originated during the Celtic period, which spanned from around the 8th century BC to the 1st century AD in what is now modern-day France and parts of neighboring regions.
Thermond is derived from the Gaulish words "Ter," meaning "earth" or "land," and "mund," which translates to "protector" or "defender." This combination suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who were seen as guardians or stewards of the land, possibly referring to their roles as warriors, chieftains, or respected elders within their communities.
While the name itself does not appear to be explicitly mentioned in any ancient texts or religious scriptures, its linguistic roots can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of the Gaulish tribes, who were renowned for their fierce warriors and their reverence for the natural world.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Thermond can be found in the annals of the Merovingian dynasty, which ruled over parts of modern-day France, Germany, and the Low Countries from the 5th to the 8th century AD. Thermond, a nobleman and trusted advisor to King Clovis I, is mentioned in several historical accounts as playing a pivotal role in the consolidation of the Frankish kingdom.
Throughout history, the name Thermond has been borne by notable figures, such as Thermond of Burgundy (c. 1050-1115), a renowned military commander who fought alongside William the Conqueror during the Norman conquest of England in 1066. Another figure was Thermond de Gisors (c. 1180-1245), a French knight who participated in the Fourth Crusade and later became a prominent figure in the court of King Louis VIII of France.
In the realm of literature, Thermond Keating (1567-1644) was an Irish poet and playwright whose works were instrumental in preserving the Irish language and cultural traditions during a period of significant upheaval. Additionally, Thermond Willett (1789-1858) was a British botanist and naturalist who made significant contributions to the study of plant life in the early 19th century.
Lastly, Thermond Somervell (1890-1975) was a British mountaineer and explorer who is best known for his participation in the historic 1924 British Mount Everest expedition, during which he and his team reached an altitude of over 28,000 feet, setting a new record at the time.
People
Thermond + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Thermond: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Thermond?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Thermond 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 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Thermond a common name?
We classify Thermond as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 16 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Thermond most popular?
The single biggest year for Thermond was 1947, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Thermond is about 79 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Thermond a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Thermond 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.
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.