Carroll vs Edward

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#228
Total SSA Count
1,584
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ted

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Carroll Rank #12,270
Edward Rank #228

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 vs #12270 for Carroll.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Carroll ___

No pairings available yet.

Edward ___

  • Edward James
  • Edward William
  • Edward Thomas
  • Edward Charles
  • Edward Henry
  • Edward George

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Carroll

No sibling data available yet.

If you choose Edward

Charlotte Eleanor Margaret William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carroll or Edward more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Carroll at #12270 in the United States.

What do Carroll and Edward mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin).

Are Carroll and Edward boy or girl names?

Carroll is primarily a boy name. Edward is primarily a boy name.

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