Aldhelm

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Aldhelm

Gender: Masculine
Language: English
Etymology:
Aldhelm is the modern form of Ealdhelm, an Old English name meaning “ Old Helmet,” from “eald” (old, great) and “helm” (helmet, protection).

History:
Aldhelm was an Old English name that did not survive the Norman Invasion of 1066. It was briefly revived in the 19th century.

Pronunciation: ald-helm.

Alternates:
English (Old): Ealdhelm.

Famous Bearers:
Religious Figures:
St. Aldhelm (Ealdhelm) (640-709)
An abbot of Malmesbury, scholar and poet.

Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
less than 0.004 % named Aldhelm

Popularity of Aldhelm:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-2000: N/A