Edger
boy nameEdger entered the US charts in 1900, peaked at #1277 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1900–2025
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rank today
#1277
peak (1909)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1294 |
| 1910s | #2525 |
| 1920s | #2603 |
| 1930s | #2650 |
| 1940s | #2704 |
| 1950s | #3556 |
| 1980s | #6097 |
| 1990s | #6519 |
| 2000s | #10897 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Edger are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Edger alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Edger in 2025?
- Edger is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Edger most popular?
- Edger peaked in 1909, reaching #1277 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Edger with classmates?
- Edger will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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