Meaning

Its source is ead weard, an Old English name meaning "Wealth protector."

Meaning

Prosperous guardian.

Languages used in

This boy's name is used in Italian and Spanish.

Background story

Three pre-Conquest and eight post-Conquest English kings have borne the name Edward, and the name is found in the English royal household to this day. This is remarkable because the Normans brought in their French names (Roger, William, Richard and many others) and entirely wiped out many older Germanic names (such as Eofor, Goda and Wulfwig.)

Edward's continuation can be attributed to the influence of Edward the Confessor, who ruled England early in the 11th century. An Anglo-Saxon king with Norman connections, he was esteemed by both peoples. When he died without an heir, rival claimants arose on both sides of the Channel; William of Normandy prevailed in the war that followed.

Within three generations, a Norman king was named Edward in honor of the Confessor.

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Statistics for the name Eduardo (male)

• In USA in 2006, the boy name Eduardo was ranked as number 126 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2005, the boy name Eduardo was ranked as number 129 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2004, the boy name Eduardo was ranked as number 126 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2003, the boy name Eduardo was ranked as number 129 on the most popular name for newborn babies
• In USA in 2002, the boy name Eduardo was ranked as number 133 on the most popular name for newborn babies