Historical FigureBritish658 – 680
Caedmon
Earliest known English-language poet, author of Caedmon's Hymn
Biography
A 7th-century Anglo-Saxon poet and monk credited with composing the earliest known poem in Old English, known as 'Caedmon's Hymn.' His work marks a foundational moment in English literary history.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
British
Born
658
Died
680
Thinking about the name
Caedmon
English origin
“Derived from Old English and Welsh roots meaning 'warrior' or 'battle,' Caedmon has genuine historical weight—Saint Caedmon was a 7th-century English poet and monk, the earliest known English poet whose name survives. The 'Cae-' spelling modernizes this ancient name while honoring its literary and spiritual heritage, offering substance for parents valuing history.”