Edward vs Declan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"man of prayer"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Edward Rank #228

Declan Rank #131

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Edward or Declan more popular?

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Declan mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Edward and Declan boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.