Edmond is of Germanic origin, derived from the Old German elements 'ead' meaning prosperity, wealth, and 'mund' signifying protection. The name was introduced into England by the Normans after the Norman Conquest in 1066, where it eventually evolved to Edmond. In France, the name is often spelled Édouard, which is also a source of its English version Edward.
"Interestingly, there were only five babies named Edmund born each year from 1977 onwards."