Edgar vs Hendrix

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Edgar Rank #460
Hendrix Rank #296

Hendrix is more popular, ranked #296 vs #460 for Edgar.

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

Hendrix ___

  • Hendrix James
  • Hendrix Lee
  • Hendrix Cole
  • Hendrix Ray
  • Hendrix Stone
  • Hendrix Blues

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Edgar

Edmund Arthur Clement Adelaide Vivienne

If you choose Hendrix

Lennon Bowie Jagger Zeppelin Lyric

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Hendrix more popular?

Hendrix is more popular, ranked #296 compared to Edgar at #460 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Hendrix mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin). Hendrix means "home ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Edgar and Hendrix boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Hendrix is primarily a boy name.

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