"flock, herd"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Eder
Pronunciation: [ EHD-er ]
Boy Name
#1,689 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A biblical shepherd name with ancient roots
Hebrew
Basque
Spanish
Spiritual
Earthy
Unique
Meaning & Origin
"beautiful"
Origin: Basque
Language: Basque
The Story of Eder
Eder is a Hebrew name meaning flock or herd, appearing in the Bible as Migdal Eder (Tower of the Flock), a place near Bethlehem with prophetic significance. It is also a Basque given name and surname, and the name of the Eder River in Germany. In Hebrew tradition the name evokes pastoral imagery and the shepherding themes central to biblical narrative.
Eder is used across Hebrew, Basque, and Spanish-speaking communities. It gained attention through Brazilian footballer Eder Citadin Martins who scored the decisive goal in Euro 2016 for Portugal.
In biblical tradition, Migdal Eder near Bethlehem was prophesied in Micah 4:8 as a place of restored glory, giving the name messianic associations in Christian and Jewish contexts.
Fun Facts
- Migdal Eder (Tower of the Flock) is mentioned in both Genesis and Micah in the Bible
- Eder is a common surname and given name in Basque Country, meaning beautiful in the Basque language
Eder in Other Languages
Basque
Eder
Hebrew
עֵדֶר
Spanish
Eder
Portuguese
Eder
Famous People Named Eder
E
Eder Citadin Martins
Athlete
1987
Portuguese-Brazilian footballer who scored the winning goal for Portugal in Euro 2016
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,689
- Total SSA Count
- 99
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Basque Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Pairs Well With
Eder James
Eder Mateo
Eder Lucas
Eder Paul
Eder Noel
Sibling Names
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Frequently Asked Questions About Eder
What does the name Eder mean?
"flock, herd" (from Hebrew). "beautiful" (from Basque). Eder is a Hebrew name meaning flock or herd, appearing in the Bible as Migdal Eder (Tower of the Flock), a place near Bethlehem with prophetic significance. It is also a Basque given name and surname, and the name of the Eder River in Germany. In Hebrew tradition the name evokes pastoral imagery and the shepherding themes central to biblical narrative.
What is the origin of the name Eder?
Eder has Hebrew, Basque, and Spanish origins. In Hebrew, it means "flock, herd". In Basque, it means "beautiful".
Is Eder a boy or girl name?
Eder is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Eder?
Eder is pronounced EHD-er.
How popular is the name Eder?
Eder is currently ranked #1689 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Eder?
Popular middle name pairings include Eder James, Eder Mateo, Eder Lucas, Eder Paul, and Eder Noel.
What are good sibling names for Eder?
Names that pair well with Eder as siblings include Eden, Ethan, Levi, Miriam, and Naomi.
How many syllables does Eder have?
Eder has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Eder a common or rare name?
Eder is an uncommon name, ranked #1689 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Eder
Eder is a boy name with Hebrew, Basque, and Spanish origins . The name means "flock, herd" in Hebrew .
Eder is currently ranked #1,689 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Eder has 2 syllables and is pronounced EHD-er, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Eder include Eden, Ederson . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.