edward

Pronunciation
ED-werd

Gender
male

Origin

Old English

Ranking

  213 (as of 2023)

Meaning: Protector of wealth; Fortunate guardian

The name Edward is derived from the Old English elements ead, meaning "wealth" or "fortune," and weard, meaning "guard." Therefore, it translates to "rich guard" or "fortunate guard." It was a top-10 boy's name in the U.S. every year between 1900 and 1930, and remained in the top-100 all the way up until 1998. It's still inside the top 250, but isn't as popular today as it once was. "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" actress Tatyana Ali named her son Edward Aszard, born in 2020, while former First Daughter Barbara Pierce Bush has a son named Edward Finn, born in 2024.

Famous People Named Edward

  Edward Jenner

  Pioneer of the smallpox vaccine and father of immunology

  Edward Hopper

  Famous American painter known for his realistic depictions of urban life

  Edward Elgar

  Renowned English composer known for his orchestral works

  Edward Snowden

  Known for his role in exposing global surveillance programs

  Edward Norton

  Award-winning actor and environmental activist

  Edward O. Wilson

  Biologist known for his work on biodiversity and conservation

  Edward James Olmos

  Actor and advocate for Latino representation in media

  Edward R. Murrow

  Pioneering broadcast journalist known for his integrity

  Edward Said

  Literary theorist known for his work on post-colonial studies

  Edward VIII

  Former King of the United Kingdom who abdicated the throne

Famous Media with people Named Edward

    Edward Scissorhands

    A movie about a gentle man with scissors for hands who tries to find his place in the world  

    Twilight Saga: Edward Cullen

    A series of books and movies featuring a vampire named Edward who falls in love with a human  

    The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

    A fantasy book featuring a character named King Edmund, who is sometimes mistakenly called Edward  

    Edward the Blue Engine

    A character from the 'Thomas & Friends' series known for being kind and hardworking  

    Edward and the Pirates

    A children's book about a boy named Edward who loves to read and imagines himself as part of the stories  

    Edward Tulane

    A story about a china rabbit named Edward who learns about love and loss  

    Edward Bear

    The original name for Winnie the Pooh, a beloved children's character  

    Edward Gorey's Books

    Illustrated books known for their unique and whimsical style  

    Edward the Emu

    A children's book about an emu who tries to be like other animals  

    Fullmetal Alchemist: Edward Elric

    An anime and manga series featuring a young alchemist named Edward on a quest to restore his brother's body