Edward vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

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Edward Rank #228

August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Edward or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and August mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Edward and August boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.