Edgar vs Retha

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
Retha Rank #49,167

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #49167 for Retha.

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

Retha ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Edgar

Edmund Arthur Clement Adelaide Vivienne

If you choose Retha

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Retha more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Retha at #49167 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Retha mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin).

Are Edgar and Retha boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Retha is primarily a girl name.

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