Edgardo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Edgardo originates from the Old English 'Eadgar', meaning 'wealthy spear' or 'prosperous warrior'. It evolved through historical forms such as Eadgar and Edgar before becoming Edgardo. The name is associated with traits of wealth and strength, and it does not have a biblical relevance. Edgardo gained popularity in the 19th century in various cultures and is often seen as sophisticated. Notable people with this name include Edgardo Alfonzo and Edgardo Mortara.
The name Edgardo is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Edgardo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Edgardo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6076th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1423rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 893rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 870th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1485th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2963rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Edgardo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Edgardo"
Pronunciation
/ɛdˈɡɑːrdoʊ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Edgardo is derived from the Old English name 'Eadgar', which means 'wealthy spear' or 'prosperous warrior'. The name combines the elements 'ead', meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune', and 'gar', meaning 'spear'.
Meaning
wealthy spear, prosperous warrior
Language Evolution
Eadgar, Edgar, Edgardo
Historical Usage
The name Edgardo gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries, as it was associated with literary and cultural figures.
Variants & Derivatives
Edgar, Eddie, Edd
Modern Popularity & Image
Edgardo is viewed as a classic and somewhat formal name, often associated with sophistication and cultural richness.
Famous People
Edgardo Alfonzo, Edgardo Mortara, Edgardo Greco
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Edgardo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Edgardo"
"Edgardo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6076th of 6773 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1423rd of 7552 | 569 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 893rd of 10718 | 1,317 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 870th of 16616 | 2,079 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1485th of 24088 | 1,524 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2963rd of 23106 | 488 |
Regional Popularity of "Edgardo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
61.56% 1371st/2227 |
23.87% 580th/2430 |
- |
45.84% 1272nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
34.39% 1010th/2937 |
13.15% 458th/3483 |
42.95% 1511th/3518 |
17.83% 721st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.13% 1184th/3685 |
12.80% 573rd/4475 |
21.79% 1132nd/5194 |
9.29% 587th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.61% 2319th/4582 |
24.48% 1264th/5164 |
19.79% 1447th/7313 |
12.96% 967th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
30.23% 2062nd/6822 |
34.59% 2171st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Edgardo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Edgardo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Edgardo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.