Edward vs Xander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #216 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

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Edward Rank #228

Xander Rank #216

Xander is more popular, ranked #216 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Edward or Xander more popular?

Xander is more popular, ranked #216 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Xander mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Xander means "defender of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Edward and Xander boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Xander is primarily a boy name.