Eddie vs Harold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eddie

Boy #943 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune"

Origin: Old English (via Edward)

Cultural Roots

English American Irish British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#943
Total SSA Count
243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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Harold

Boy #991 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"army ruler, power of the army"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#991
Total SSA Count
227
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

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Popularity Comparison

Eddie Rank #943
Harold Rank #991

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 vs #991 for Harold.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eddie or Harold more popular?

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 compared to Harold at #991 in the United States.

What do Eddie and Harold mean?

Eddie means "wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune" (Old English (via Edward) origin). Harold means "army ruler, power of the army" (Old English origin).

Are Eddie and Harold boy or girl names?

Eddie is primarily a boy name. Harold is primarily a boy name.

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