Rory vs Edward

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Rory Rank #226

Edward Rank #228

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Rory or Edward more popular?

Rory is more popular, ranked #226 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Rory and Edward mean?

Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin). Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin).

Are Rory and Edward boy or girl names?

Rory is primarily a boy name. Edward is primarily a boy name.