Edward
Edward first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1924, when 21,126 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,591.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Edward popular?
Declining Edward is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1924 peak.
| 2020s | 10,370 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 25,263 | |
| 2000s | 30,833 | |
| 1990s | 45,164 | |
| 1980s | 60,832 | |
| 1970s | 83,425 | |
| 1960s | 143,984 | |
| 1950s | 188,323 | |
| 1940s | 174,801 | |
| 1930s | 147,849 | |
| 1920s | 197,348 | |
| 1910s | 125,720 | |
| 1900s | 24,516 | |
| 1890s | 22,033 | |
| 1880s | 23,133 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Edward mean?
Edward is an Old English name meaning “wealthy guardian,” from ēad (“wealth, fortune”) and weard (“guard”). An Anglo-Saxon royal name, it has been carried by saints and many English kings.
Nicknames for Edward
- Ed
- Eddie
- Ted
- Ned
Variants & spellings
- Eduardo
- Édouard
- Eduard
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Edward mean?
Edward means Wealthy guardian. Edward is an Old English name meaning “wealthy guardian,” from ēad (“wealth, fortune”) and weard (“guard”). An Anglo-Saxon royal name, it has been carried by saints and many English kings.
What is the origin of the name Edward?
Edward is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Edward?
Edward is pronounced “ED-werd.”
Is Edward a boy or a girl name?
Edward is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Edward a popular name right now?
Edward is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1924 peak.
How popular is the name Edward?
In 2025, Edward ranked #224 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Edward most popular?
Edward was most popular in 1924, when about 21,126 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Edward?
Common nicknames for Edward include Ed, Eddie, Ted, Ned.
What names are similar to Edward?
Names similar to Edward include Henry, Edmund, George, Arthur.
What names go well with Edward?
English names that pair well with Edward include Dorothy, Nancy, Joan, Mason, Robin.