Eddie vs Heath

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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Heath

Boy #852 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heathland, open moorland"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Australian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#852
Total SSA Count
284
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Eddie Rank #943
Heath Rank #852

Heath is more popular, ranked #852 vs #943 for Eddie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eddie or Heath more popular?

Heath is more popular, ranked #852 compared to Eddie at #943 in the United States.

What do Eddie and Heath mean?

Eddie means "wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune" (Old English (via Edward) origin). Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin).

Are Eddie and Heath boy or girl names?

Eddie is primarily a boy name. Heath is primarily a boy name.

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