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Jonas vs Edgar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jonas

Boy #557 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dove"

Origin: Hebrew Yonah (יוֹנָה)

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian Lithuanian Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#557
Total SSA Count
531
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jonas Rank #557
Edgar Rank #460

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #557 for Jonas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonas or Edgar more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Jonas at #557 in the United States.

What do Jonas and Edgar mean?

Jonas means "dove" (Hebrew Yonah (יוֹנָה) origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Jonas and Edgar boy or girl names?

Jonas is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.

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