Edward

Meaning of Edward

Edward means "rich guard" or "wealthy protector."

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

Popularity of Edward

Edward has held fairly steady, sitting around #224 in 2025 after peaking at #108 in 2000.

Notable people named Edward

• Prince Edward
  British Royal Family member
• Edward Norton
  American actor and filmmaker
• Edward Snowden
  Technology professional, whistleblower
• Edward Hopper
  American painter and printmaker
• Edward Albee
  American playwright

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Questions about the name Edward

What does the name Edward mean?

Edward means edward means "rich guard" or "wealthy protector.", and it comes from English origins.

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

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

How popular is the name Edward?

In 2025, Edward ranked #224 for boys, up from #228 the year before.

When was Edward most popular?

Edward peaked at #108 in 2000.