Foster vs Eddie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Foster

Boy #1,077 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"forest keeper, forester"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #943 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune"

Origin: Old English (via Edward)

English American Irish British

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Foster Rank #1,077

Eddie Rank #943

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 vs #1077 for Foster.

Is Foster or Eddie more popular?

Eddie is more popular, ranked #943 compared to Foster at #1077 in the United States.

What do Foster and Eddie mean?

Foster means "forest keeper, forester" (Old English origin). Eddie means "wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune" (Old English (via Edward) origin).

Are Foster and Eddie boy or girl names?

Foster is primarily a boy name. Eddie is primarily a boy name.