REDMOND
Redmond
Redmond is a surname of English and Irish origin, derived from the personal name "Raymond". The name can be traced back to medieval times and has been found in various regions across the British Isles.
Etymology
The surname Redmond is thought to have originated from the Old French name Raimund, which is derived from the Germanic name Raginmund. "Ragin" means counsel or advice, while "mund" means protector. Over time, the name evolved into Raymond, which later gave rise to variants like Redmond.
Distribution and Variants
The surname Redmond is found predominantly in Ireland, particularly in counties Wexford and Wicklow. Variants of the name include Redmount, Raymond, and Reymond.
Notable Bearers
John Edward Redmond (1856–1918)
An Irish nationalist politician, John Edward Redmond was a prominent figure in the Irish Parliamentary Party and played a key role in the Irish Home Rule movement.
Matt Redman (b. 1974)
A contemporary Christian worship leader and songwriter, Matt Redman is known for his contributions to modern worship music.
References
- Hanks, P., & Hodges, F. (1988). A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (2011). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Routledge.
There are approximately 6,039 people named Redmond in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,573rd most common surname in Britain. Around 93 in a million people in Britain are named Redmond.
Surname type: From given name or forename
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- William
Female
- Anne
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Joanne
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Susan
- Suzanne
- Victoria