Mortimer
Mortimer: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɔːtɪmə/ · /ˈmɔɹtəmɚ/
Meaning and origin of Mortimer
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
A habitational surname from Mortemer in France, from Old Northern French, literally meaning “dead pond”.
How popular is Mortimer?
Since 1880, 1,943 boys in the U.S. have been named Mortimer. Its highest rank for boys was #481 in 1882. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Mortimer FAQ
What does the name Mortimer mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. A habitational surname from Mortemer in France, from Old Northern French, literally meaning “dead pond”.
What is the origin of the name Mortimer?
Mortimer is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Mortimer?
Since 1880, 1,943 boys in the U.S. have been named Mortimer. Its highest rank for boys was #481 in 1882. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Mortimer a boy or girl name?
Mortimer is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,943 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.