Edgar vs Wells

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

Wells

Boy #377 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"one who lives near the wells or springs"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#377
Total SSA Count
865
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Edgar Rank #460
Wells Rank #377

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 vs #460 for Edgar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Wells more popular?

Wells is more popular, ranked #377 compared to Edgar at #460 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Wells mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin). Wells means "one who lives near the wells or springs" (Old English origin).

Are Edgar and Wells boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Wells is primarily a boy name.

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