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Edgar vs Atticus

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

Edgar Rank #460
Atticus Rank #277

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 vs #460 for Edgar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Atticus more popular?

Atticus is more popular, ranked #277 compared to Edgar at #460 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Atticus mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin). Atticus means "from Attica, man of Athens" (Latin from Greek origin).

Are Edgar and Atticus boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Atticus is primarily a boy name.

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