Edward
Edward is a classic English name of Old English origin, derived from 'Eadweard' meaning 'wealthy guardian' or 'prosperous protector.' It has been borne by numerous English kings and saints throughout history.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,584. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 2,671
- 2012: 2,597
- 2013: 2,711
- 2014: 2,591
- 2015: 2,602
- 2016: 2,518
- 2017: 2,328
- 2018: 2,286
- 2019: 2,054
- 2020: 1,952
- 2021: 1,749
- 2022: 1,752
- 2023: 1,737
- 2024: 1,589
- 2025: 1,591
- 2026 (projected): 1,584
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Strong historical and royal associations across centuries
- •Offers versatile nickname options from formal to casual
- •Ages well from childhood through adulthood
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Statistics
1,303,594
Total births since 1880
1924
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