Irish boy name
Éamon Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Éamon means wealthy protector. The Irish form of Edmund, from Old English words for wealth and protection
Éamon is the Irish form of Edmund, from Old English words meaning wealth and protector. It became a common Irish name after the Norman period and has been associated with notable Irish leaders and sportsmen. Éamon has a smooth AY-mun sound and is easy to say. The doubled version Éamonn is also common, as is the unaccented Eamon. The name has a dignified and slightly formal air, yet it remains approachable. It suits those who want a traditional Irish name that is not overly common in the present day.
Variants of Éamon
EamonEamonnÉamonnEdmund
Well-known people named Éamon
Éamon de Valera, Eamonn Coghlan.
Éamon popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Éamon ranked #336 in Ireland (11 babies) and #1,646 in the US (102 babies). It is far more popular in Ireland than in America.
Ireland (boys)United States (boys)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Éamon mean?
Éamon means "wealthy protector". The Irish form of Edmund, from Old English words for wealth and protection.
How do you pronounce Éamon?
Éamon is pronounced AY-mun.
What is the origin of Éamon?
Éamon is of Irish origin. The Irish form of Edmund, from Old English words for wealth and protection.