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Danny vs Edgar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Danny

Boy #642 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my judge"

Origin: Hebrew (Daniyel)

Cultural Roots

American Irish English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#642
Total SSA Count
435
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Danny Rank #642
Edgar Rank #460

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #642 for Danny.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Danny or Edgar more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Danny at #642 in the United States.

What do Danny and Edgar mean?

Danny means "God is my judge" (Hebrew (Daniyel) origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Danny and Edgar boy or girl names?

Danny is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.

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