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Edward

Edward is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#190

How popular is Edward?

Popularity in the United States

Edward has been given to 1,300,479 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. Its use has declined since that peak.

About 1 in 854 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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

Popularity in France

Edward has been given to 3,230 babies in France since 1900, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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

Popularity in Spain

There are 851 people called Edward living in Spain, with an average age of 39.8.

1,300,479 Babies named since 1880
1920s Peak decade
Falling Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Edward

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

Edward is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Edward?

Edward has been given to 1,300,479 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 1920s. Its use has declined since that peak.