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Johnathan vs Edgar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edgar

Boy #460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich spear, lucky warrior"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#460
Total SSA Count
679
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Johnathan Rank #518
Edgar Rank #460

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #518 for Johnathan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnathan or Edgar more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Johnathan at #518 in the United States.

What do Johnathan and Edgar mean?

Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Johnathan and Edgar boy or girl names?

Johnathan is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.

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