Ormond is an uncommon male given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word 'orm', meaning 'snake', and 'denu', referring to a valley or enclosure. The name Ormond was popularized in Ireland by the Norman noble family who settled there in the 12th century, adopting the Irish form of their surname as Ormonde. Today, it is still predominantly found in Ireland but has also made appearances in other English-speaking countries.
The name Ormond experienced varied popularity over the years, with several peaks and troughs in its usage. Between 1903 and 1928, there was a consistent increase in the number of newborns named Ormond, reaching a high of 22 births in 1917 and 20 births in both 1923 and 1925. However, from 1929 onwards, the name's popularity significantly declined, with fewer than 15 births per year until it reached its lowest point with only 5 births in 1968 and again in 1974. Despite a brief resurgence in the late 1970s and early 1980s, Ormond's popularity has remained relatively low since then, with an average of around 5-6 births per year between 1981 and 2000. In total, there were 513 newborns named Ormond during this period.