Edward

Edward is a English boy's name. An Old English name meaning "wealthy guardian". Its royal associations and classic sound offer dignified nickname options.

How popular is Edward in the United States?

In 2024, 1,584 boys in the United States were named Edward, making it the 228th most popular boy's name that year.

It has fallen over the decade, from 162nd ten years before.

Its busiest year on record was 1924, with 21,223 births.

Records for Edward go back to 1880, and 1,307,348 babies have been given the name since.

What Edward means and where it comes from

An Old English name meaning "wealthy guardian". Its royal associations and classic sound offer dignified nickname options.

Edward is of English origin, described as classic and royal in style.

Is Edward a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for boys — 1,584 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

Sibling name ideas for Edward

Names of the same origin for a sister, most common first.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Edward mean?

An Old English name meaning "wealthy guardian". Its royal associations and classic sound offer dignified nickname options.

Where does the name Edward come from?

Edward is of English origin, and is usually described as classic and royal in style.

How popular is Edward in the United States?

In 2024, 1,584 boys in the United States were named Edward, making it the 228th most popular boy's name that year.

Is Edward a boy's or a girl's name?

In 2024 the name was recorded only for boys — 1,584 of them, with no births of the other sex frequent enough to appear in the data.

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