How popular is the name Edna in 2025?

Edna is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Edna most popular?

Edna peaked in 1899, reaching #521 among US boy names.

Edna will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Edna entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #521 in 1899, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#521

peak (1899)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 100 people named Edna are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Edna alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Edna in 2025?: Edna is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Edna most popular?: Edna peaked in 1899, reaching #521 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Edna with classmates?: Edna will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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