Teacher or trustworthy
Aemon is a name with multiple potential roots, most notably as a variant of the Irish name Eamonn, meaning 'wealthy guardian'. In a modern context, it is heavily associated with fantasy literature, where it is often interpreted as meaning 'teacher' or 'trustworthy'. It carries a sense of ancient wisdom and quiet strength.
Less common today
Aemon isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,321 in 2019.
The wise Maester of the Night's Watch · A Song of Ice and Fire
Prominent Irish statesman and revolutionary
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
