Edgar vs Floyd

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
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie

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Floyd

Boy #2,176 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"anglicization of Welsh Llwyd"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,176
Total SSA Count
67
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Flo, Fly, Flie

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Popularity Comparison

Edgar Rank #460
Floyd Rank #2,176

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #2176 for Floyd.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edgar ___

  • Edgar James
  • Edgar Allan
  • Edgar William
  • Edgar Thomas
  • Edgar Joseph
  • Edgar Lee

Floyd ___

  • Floyd Dean
  • Floyd Ray
  • Floyd Lee
  • Floyd James
  • Floyd Dale
  • Floyd Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Edgar

Edmund Arthur Clement Adelaide Vivienne

If you choose Floyd

Earl Clyde Dale Loretta Ruby

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Floyd more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Floyd at #2176 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Floyd mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin). Floyd means "anglicization of Welsh Llwyd" (Welsh origin).

Are Edgar and Floyd boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Floyd is primarily a boy name.

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