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Edric vs Nigel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edric

Boy #2,110 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous ruler"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Anglo-Saxon Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,110
Total SSA Count
71
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Nigel

Boy #2,190 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"champion (from Old Irish Niall)"

Origin: Old Irish via Norman Latin

Cultural Roots

English British Australian Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,190
Total SSA Count
66
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edric Rank #2,110
Nigel Rank #2,190

Edric is more popular, ranked #2110 vs #2190 for Nigel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edric or Nigel more popular?

Edric is more popular, ranked #2110 compared to Nigel at #2190 in the United States.

What do Edric and Nigel mean?

Edric means "prosperous ruler" (Old English origin). Nigel means "champion (from Old Irish Niall)" (Old Irish via Norman Latin origin).

Are Edric and Nigel boy or girl names?

Edric is primarily a boy name. Nigel is primarily a boy name.

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