Ethel vs Edna

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ethel

Girl #4,921 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble"

Origin: Old English 'æthel'

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Girl #2,052 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pleasure, rejuvenation"

Origin: Hebrew

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Ethel Rank #4,921

Edna Rank #2,052

Edna is more popular, ranked #2052 vs #4921 for Ethel.

Is Ethel or Edna more popular?

Edna is more popular, ranked #2052 compared to Ethel at #4921 in the United States.

What do Ethel and Edna mean?

Ethel means "noble" (Old English 'æthel' origin). Edna means "pleasure, rejuvenation" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ethel and Edna boy or girl names?

Ethel is primarily a girl name. Edna is primarily a girl name.