Edward
boy name#224 in 2025Edward entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #8 in 1912, ranks #224 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#224
rank today
#8
peak (1912)
1,591
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #11 |
| 1890s | #10 |
| 1900s | #9 |
| 1910s | #8 |
| 1920s | #9 |
| 1930s | #12 |
| 1940s | #18 |
| 1950s | #24 |
| 1960s | #29 |
| 1970s | #40 |
| 1980s | #57 |
| 1990s | #86 |
| 2000s | #130 |
| 2010s | #160 |
| 2020s | #216 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Edward has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 612,000 people named Edward are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Edward alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Edward in 2025?
- Edward ranks #224 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,591 babies given the name.
- When was the name Edward most popular?
- Edward peaked in 1912, reaching #8 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Edward with classmates?
- Edward will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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