US Popularity:399
Origin:British
Meaning:wealthy guard
Commonly referred to as Ed or Eddy, Edward is a baby boy name of British origin. Derived from Old English words ead meaning “fortune” and ward meaning “guard,” Edward directly translates to "wealthy guard." Though Twilight fans may already associate Edward with vampires and werewolves, this baby name dates back to medieval kings, saints, and brave warriors. Today, the name Edward has traveled across the seven seas in countries like Uganda, England, and Ghana. With a name like Edward, baby will surely be a loyal protector.
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Famous People Named Edward

Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
  • Edward
    Princess Marine and Prince George
  • Edward Albee
    Playwright
  • Edward, Earl of Wessex
    Royalty
  • Edward Elgar
    Composer
  • Edward James Olmos
    Actor
  • Edward Norton
    Actor

Common Nicknames for Edward

Nothing is really quite as cute as baby—but the perfect nickname comes close. From the catchy to the cool, the options for Edward are so sweet you just can’t help but say, “awww!” And we’ve rounded them up for you and your adorable baby below.

How Popular Is The Name Edward?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Edward is currently #469 on The Bump
Boy:Edward is currently #279 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Edward is currently #399 in U.S. births
Boy:Edward is currently #213 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#213
in 2023
+ 3
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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