Edgar

Pronunciation: [ EHDG-er ]

Girl Name #49,197 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Edgar is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced EHDG-er.

Parents who love the name Edgar often also consider Edith, Edna, Eda .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #49,197
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Edg Edy Edgie

Also a Boy Name

Edgar is also used as a boy name, ranked #460.

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Similar Names

Edith Edna Eda Edythe Eddie Edmonia Ednah Edyth

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Frequently Asked Questions About Edgar

Is Edgar a boy or girl name?

Edgar is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #49197. As a boy name, it is ranked #460. Edgar is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Edgar?

Edgar is pronounced EHDG-er.

How popular is the name Edgar?

Edgar is currently ranked #49197 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Edgar?

Common nicknames for Edgar include Edg, Edy, and Edgie.

Is Edgar a common or rare name?

Edgar is an uncommon name, ranked #49197 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Edgar

Edgar is a girl name .

Is Edgar a boy or girl name? Edgar is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #49,197 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #460. Edgar is more commonly used as a boy name.

Edgar is currently ranked #49,197 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Edgar include Edg, Edy, and Edgie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.