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Marshall 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

Marshall Rank #392
Edgar Rank #460

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 vs #460 for Edgar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall or Edgar more popular?

Marshall is more popular, ranked #392 compared to Edgar at #460 in the United States.

What do Marshall and Edgar mean?

Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Marshall and Edgar boy or girl names?

Marshall is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.

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