Edmund
Alternative forms
Origin
From , from Ä“ad ("prosperity") + mund ("protection").
Full definition of Edmund
Proper noun
Edmund
(plural Edmunds)- , borne by early English kings and saints.
- Shakespeare Henry 6-2: Act II, Scene II:This Edmund, in the reign of Bolingbroke,
As I have read, laid claim unto the crown;
And but for Owen Glendower, had been king,
Who kept him in captivity till he died. - Austen Mansfield Park|chapter=IV|volume=II|pages=79–80|pageref=79|passage=To me, the sound of Mr. Bertram is so cold and nothing-meaning—so entirely without warmth or character!—It just stands for a gentleman, and that's all. But there is nobleness in the name of Edmund. It is a name of heroism and renown—of kings, princes, and knights; and seems to breathe the spirit of chivalry and warm affections.