Boy · 82nd of 6,773
Eddie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
227,332
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1947
Peak Popularity Year
4,715
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Eddie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Eddie originates from the Old English name Eadweard, meaning 'wealthy guardian'. It evolved through different historical forms to become a popular diminutive of Edward in modern English. The name is associated with amiable traits and has gained popularity in the 20th century. It does not have significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɛdi/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Eddie is derived as a diminutive form of the name Edward, which comes from the Old English 'ēad' meaning 'wealth, fortune' and 'weard' meaning 'guardian'.
Meaning
wealthy guardian
Language Evolution
Eadweard (Old English), Edward (Middle English), Eddie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Eddie became popular as a standalone name in the 20th century, often used affectionately or informally.
Variants & Derivatives
Ed, Edward, Edwin, Eddy
Modern Popularity & Image
Eddie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and familiarity.
Famous People
Eddie Murphy, Eddie Van Halen, Eddie Redmayne, Eddie Izzard
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,715 peak births in 1947
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 6 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 100th of 7545 | 27,016 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 82nd of 6773 | 44,274 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 94th of 7552 | 73,775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 153rd of 10718 | 29,198 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 241st of 16616 | 17,869 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 400th of 24088 | 11,040 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 728th of 23106 | 4,172 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 367th of 9107 | 5,749 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 397th of 9204 | 5,311 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 792nd of 12526 | 2,953 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2146th of 19264 | 624 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5609th of 27321 | 235 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19950th of 35406 | 40 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12951st of 30306 | 75 |