Edwardo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Edwardo originates from Old English, meaning 'wealthy guardian'. Its language path includes historical forms such as Eadweard and Edward. The name is linked to themes of protection and prosperity, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages and is associated with royalty. Today, it is perceived as a strong and classic name, with variants like Eduardo being more common in certain cultures.
The name Edwardo is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Edwardo 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, 'Edwardo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1808th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1381st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 852nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 735th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1000th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2315th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6365th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Edwardo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Edwardo"
Pronunciation
/ɛdˈwɑːrdoʊ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Edwardo is derived from the Old English name 'Eadweard', which is composed of the elements 'ead', meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune', and 'weard', meaning 'guardian' or 'protector'. The name suggests a meaning of 'wealthy guardian' or 'prosperous protector'.
Meaning
wealthy guardian
Language Evolution
Eadweard, Edweard, Edward, Edwardo
Historical Usage
The name Edward gained popularity in the Middle Ages, especially in England, largely due to its association with several kings, including Edward the Confessor. The variant Edwardo has seen use primarily in Italian and Spanish-speaking cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Edward, Eduardo, Eddie, Edd, Ed
Modern Popularity & Image
Edwardo is viewed as a strong and classic name, often associated with nobility and strength. It is less common than its variants but retains a sophisticated charm.
Famous People
Edwardo de la Calle, a notable Mexican artist, Edwardo Galeano, an influential Uruguayan writer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Edwardo"
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 "Edwardo"
"Edwardo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1808th of 7545 | 293 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1381st of 6773 | 445 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 852nd of 7552 | 1,455 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 735th of 10718 | 1,982 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1000th of 16616 | 1,618 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2315th of 24088 | 804 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6365th of 23106 | 159 |
Regional Popularity of "Edwardo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
44.42% 1051st/2366 |
54.47% 622nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
34.51% 812th/2353 |
52.29% 809th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
49.17% 1095th/2227 |
29.71% 722nd/2430 |
22.78% 650th/2853 |
21.91% 608th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
30.03% 882nd/2937 |
18.17% 633rd/3483 |
18.99% 668th/3518 |
13.16% 532nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
32.48% 1197th/3685 |
24.00% 1074th/4475 |
18.68% 970th/5194 |
11.45% 723rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.93% 2471st/4582 |
48.61% 2510th/5164 |
27.01% 1975th/7313 |
20.49% 1529th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
59.57% 4064th/6822 |
63.67% 3996th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Edwardo" 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 "Edwardo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Edwardo" 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.