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Edward vs Ivan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ivan

Boy #153 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew (via Slavic)

Cultural Roots

Russian Ukrainian Croatian Spanish Bulgarian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#153
Total SSA Count
2,340
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edward Rank #228
Ivan Rank #153

Ivan is more popular, ranked #153 vs #228 for Edward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edward or Ivan more popular?

Ivan is more popular, ranked #153 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Ivan mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Ivan means "God is gracious" (Hebrew (via Slavic) origin).

Are Edward and Ivan boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Ivan is primarily a boy name.

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