Edmund vs Edgar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edmund

Boy #1,184 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"prosperity protector"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rich spear, lucky warrior"

Origin: Old English

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Edmund Rank #1,184

Edgar Rank #460

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #1184 for Edmund.

Is Edmund or Edgar more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Edmund at #1184 in the United States.

What do Edmund and Edgar mean?

Edmund means "prosperity protector" (Old English origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Edmund and Edgar boy or girl names?

Edmund is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.