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Edgar

Edgar is a boy name of Spanish origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginSpanish
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#378

How popular is Edgar?

Popularity in the United States

Edgar has been given to 154,342 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 2,126 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Edgar per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Edgar has been given to 8,933 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Edgar per year in France, 1900–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 10,448 people called Edgar living in Spain, with an average age of 26.2.

154,342 Babies named since 1880
2000s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Edgar

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

Edgar is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Edgar?

Edgar has been given to 154,342 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.