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Royce 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

Royce Rank #463
Edgar Rank #460

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #463 for Royce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Royce or Edgar more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Royce at #463 in the United States.

What do Royce and Edgar mean?

Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin). Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Royce and Edgar boy or girl names?

Royce is primarily a boy name. Edgar is primarily a boy name.

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