Mead, of Old English origin, is a unique and distinctive given name derived from an ancient beverage called mead, which was brewed from honey, water, and yeast. Traditionally, it has been more commonly used as a surname rather than a first name in recent history. However, there has been a slight resurgence in its usage as a given name in some English-speaking countries.
The name Mead peaked in popularity during the early to mid-20th century, with consistent occurrences of 5 or 6 births per year from 1915 onwards. However, it appears to have declined significantly by the late 20th and early 21st centuries, as evidenced by only five births recorded in 2008.