A masculine given name of Anglo-Saxon origin meaning 'fortunate protector.' Also used as a place name in various locations.
From Old English 'Eadmund', combining 'ead' (fortune, prosperity) + 'mund' (protector, guardian). The name was borne by several Anglo-Saxon kings and saints, helping establish its popularity.
Saint Edmund the Martyr, a 9th-century East Anglian king, became so revered that Bury St Edmunds was named after him and he nearly became England's patron saint before St George. The name's meaning 'fortunate protector' proved ironic for the saint, who died protecting his kingdom from Viking invaders.
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