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Collin vs Edgar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edgar

Boy #460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich spear, lucky warrior"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#460
Total SSA Count
679
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Collin Rank #490
Edgar Rank #460

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #490 for Collin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Collin or Edgar more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Collin at #490 in the United States.

What do Collin and Edgar mean?

Collin means "young creature, cub" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Collin and Edgar boy or girl names?

Collin is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.

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