Edna vs Polly

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edna

Girl #2,052 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pleasure, rejuvenation"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Irish Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,052
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie

Playground Safety Score

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Polly

Girl #2,192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"star of the sea; beloved"

Origin: Hebrew via Latin

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,192
Total SSA Count
86
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Poll, Pol

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Edna Rank #2,052
Polly Rank #2,192

Edna is more popular, ranked #2052 vs #2192 for Polly.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edna ___

  • Edna Rose
  • Edna May
  • Edna Pearl
  • Edna Florence
  • Edna Grace
  • Edna Irene

Polly ___

  • Polly Jean
  • Polly Anne
  • Polly Mae
  • Polly Rose
  • Polly Jane
  • Polly Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Edna

Mabel Vera Agnes Hilda Walter

If you choose Polly

Molly Nellie Teddy Archie Lily

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edna or Polly more popular?

Edna is more popular, ranked #2052 compared to Polly at #2192 in the United States.

What do Edna and Polly mean?

Edna means "pleasure, rejuvenation" (Hebrew origin). Polly means "star of the sea; beloved" (Hebrew via Latin origin).

Are Edna and Polly boy or girl names?

Edna is primarily a girl name. Polly is primarily a girl name.

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