Eddy

Meaning of Eddy

It means 'rich guard' or 'prosperous protector,' as it's often a nickname for the name Edward.

Eddy has Old English roots — browse every Old English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Eddy

After ranking as high as #868 in 2006, Eddy has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Eddy

• Eddie Murphy
  Iconic comedian and actor
• Eddie Vedder
  Lead singer of Pearl Jam
• Eddie Redmayne
  Oscar-winning British actor
• Eddie Van Halen
  Legendary rock guitarist
• Eddie George
  Former NFL star running back

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Questions about the name Eddy

What does the name Eddy mean?

Eddy means it means 'rich guard' or 'prosperous protector,' as it's often a nickname for the name edward, and it comes from Old English origins.

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

Eddy is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Eddy?

Eddy did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Eddy most popular?

Eddy peaked at #868 in 2006.