Everything about the name CREEDON

Meaning, origin, history

Creedon is a unique and unusual name of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish surname "O'Criodain," which was once quite common in County Kerry. The name means "descendant of Croidhean," where Croidhean is an ancient Irish personal name meaning "hardy" or "valiant." There is no specific historical figure associated with the name Creedon, but it has been passed down through generations of Irish families and has a rich history in Ireland. Today, Creedon is still predominantly found in Ireland, though it has begun to gain popularity as a given name in other parts of the world as well. Despite its rarity, Creedon has a strong and meaningful origin, making it an appealing choice for parents looking for a unique and significant name for their child.

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Irish

Popularity of the name CREEDON since 1880

Birth evolution

Popularity analysis

The statistics regarding the given name Creedon in the United States over the past few years demonstrate an interesting trend of fluctuating popularity.

Between 2005 and 2022, there were a total of 89 babies named Creedon born in the United States. The first recorded year with births under this name was 2005, with 5 newborns receiving it. This number remained relatively stable over the next few years, fluctuating between 5 and 6 births per year until 2012.

However, starting from 2013, we see a notable increase in popularity, with 9 babies named Creedon born that year. This trend continues into 2014, with another 9 births recorded. The years 2016 to 2018 mark the peak of popularity for this name, with 10 births each year.

After this peak, the number of births with the name Creedon starts to decrease again. In 2019, there were 7 births, and in the most recent recorded year, 2022, that number dropped further to 6.

Despite the fluctuations in popularity, it's clear that the name Creedon has made a mark on the American baby naming landscape over the past two decades. It will be interesting to see if this trend continues or changes in the coming years.