Edward vs Nanna

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#228
Total SSA Count
1,584
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ted

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Edward Rank #228
Nanna Rank #71,354

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 vs #71354 for Nanna.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edward ___

  • Edward James
  • Edward William
  • Edward Thomas
  • Edward Charles
  • Edward Henry
  • Edward George

Nanna ___

  • Nanna Sofia
  • Nanna Ingrid
  • Nanna Astrid
  • Nanna Helga

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Edward

Charlotte Eleanor Margaret William Henry

If you choose Nanna

Bjorn Sigrid Leif Freya

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edward or Nanna more popular?

Edward is more popular, ranked #228 compared to Nanna at #71354 in the United States.

What do Edward and Nanna mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Nanna means "Daring, brave" (Old Norse origin).

Are Edward and Nanna boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Nanna is primarily a girl name.

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