Edmund vs Fran

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edmund

Boy #1,184 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperity protector"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American Polish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,184
Total SSA Count
175
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ned

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Edmund Rank #1,184
Fran Rank #20,355

Edmund is more popular, ranked #1184 vs #20355 for Fran.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edmund ___

  • Edmund James
  • Edmund William
  • Edmund Charles
  • Edmund George
  • Edmund Arthur
  • Edmund Henry

Fran ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edmund or Fran more popular?

Edmund is more popular, ranked #1184 compared to Fran at #20355 in the United States.

What do Edmund and Fran mean?

Edmund means "prosperity protector" (Old English origin).

Are Edmund and Fran boy or girl names?

Edmund is primarily a boy name. Fran is primarily a boy name.

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