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Davis 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

Davis Rank #646
Edgar Rank #460

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #646 for Davis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davis or Edgar more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Davis at #646 in the United States.

What do Davis and Edgar mean?

Davis means "son of David" (English/Welsh patronymic origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Davis and Edgar boy or girl names?

Davis is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.

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