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Ward vs Edan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ward

Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,309
Total SSA Count
36
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Edan

Boy #3,149 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little fire, flame"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Hebrew/Jewish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,149
Total SSA Count
39
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ward Rank #3,309
Edan Rank #3,149

Edan is more popular, ranked #3149 vs #3309 for Ward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ward or Edan more popular?

Edan is more popular, ranked #3149 compared to Ward at #3309 in the United States.

What do Ward and Edan mean?

Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin). Edan means "little fire, flame" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ward and Edan boy or girl names?

Ward is primarily a boy name. Edan is primarily a boy name.

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