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Edgar vs Johnathan

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
Johnathan Rank #518

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #518 for Johnathan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Johnathan more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Johnathan at #518 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Johnathan mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin). Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edgar and Johnathan boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Johnathan is primarily a boy name.

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