Maxwell vs Edward

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maxwell

Boy #182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Mack's spring, great stream"

Origin: Scottish

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Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Maxwell Rank #182

Edward Rank #228

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Maxwell or Edward more popular?

Maxwell is more popular, ranked #182 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Maxwell and Edward mean?

Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin). Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin).

Are Maxwell and Edward boy or girl names?

Maxwell is primarily a boy name. Edward is primarily a boy name.