Edgar
Edgar is an Old English name derived from the elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune' and 'gar' meaning 'spear'. It was borne by several Anglo-Saxon kings and has maintained a distinguished, literary presence throughout history.
Current Popularity
#457 for boys
in the United States (2024)
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Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most languages
- •Strong literary associations with Edgar Allan Poe
- •Vintage name experiencing a revival among parents seeking classic choices
- •Nicknames offer flexibility from formal to casual settings
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Famous People
Edgar Allan Poe
Poet and author
Edgar Degas
French Impressionist painter
Edgar Wright
Film director
J. Edgar Hoover
FBI Director
Statistics
156,585
Total births since 1880
2005
Peak year
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