Glenmore is a unique and distinctive male given name of Scottish origin. The name is derived from the Gaelic words "gleann" which means valley, and "mòr" which means big or great. Therefore, Glenmore translates to "great valley."
The history of the name Glenmore dates back to the medieval period in Scotland. It was initially used as a surname, given to individuals who lived in or near a large valley. Over time, the name evolved into a given name and has been used as such since the 19th century.
Today, Glenmore is still relatively rare but can be found predominantly in Scotland and other parts of the United Kingdom. It is also occasionally used in other English-speaking countries like the United States and Canada.
In literature and popular culture, there are a few notable characters named Glenmore, such as Glenmore "Glenn" Whelan, a fictional character from the American soap opera "All My Children." However, the name remains largely outside the mainstream and continues to be associated with its Scottish heritage and rugged, natural origins.
The name Glenmore has seen a fluctuating pattern of popularity over the years in the United States, with a total of 65 babies given this unique name between 1916 and 1929.
In 1916, there were 8 births, which was the highest recorded during this period. The following year, the number of births decreased to 5. After that, the numbers stabilized around 6 births per year for several years: in 1919, 1920, and 1922.
However, there were peaks again in 1923 with 8 births and in 1929 with another peak of 8 births. The most consistent period was between 1924 and 1927, during which the name Glenmore was given to 6 babies each year.
This data shows that while Glenmore was not a highly popular name during this time, it still held some level of popularity throughout these years, with fluctuations likely due to various factors such as trends in naming conventions or regional preferences.