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Edgar vs Sullivan

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
Sullivan Rank #340

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 vs #460 for Edgar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Sullivan more popular?

Sullivan is more popular, ranked #340 compared to Edgar at #460 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Sullivan mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin). Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Edgar and Sullivan boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Sullivan is primarily a boy name.

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