Edgar
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Origin and meaning
Name: Edgar (ed-gar)
Gender: Unisex
Popularity in 2024: #390
Origin: English
Meaning: Rich Spear
Origin and Meaning: Edgar is an English name derived from the Old English elements ead, meaning “wealth” or “fortune”, and gar, meaning “spear”.
Etymology: The name Edgar is derived from the Old English elements ead, meaning “wealth” or “fortune”, and gar, meaning “spear”.
Derived: Edgar is also the root of the name Edward, which is derived from the Old English elements ead and weard, meaning “guardian”.
History of Name: Edgar was a popular name in medieval England, and was the name of several kings of England, including Edgar the Peaceful, who ruled from 959 to 975.
Style of the Name: Edgar is a classic name with a strong, masculine sound.
Symbolism of the Name: Edgar is a strong and powerful name, symbolizing wealth, fortune, and protection.
Pronunciation
Say: 🔊
IPA: /ˈɛdɡɚ/
Syllables: ed-gar
Edgar's luck prospects
| Destiny | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Friendship | Poor | ★★ |
| Love | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Family | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
| Money | Average | ★★★ |
| Health | Good | ★★★★ |
Personality traits of name Edgar
- Easy-going
- Well-bred
- Tasteful
- Organized
- Original
- Boastful
- Jealous
Astrology of name Edgar
Zodiac sign: Leo
Element: Fire
Ruling planet: Sun
Lucky metal: Pewter
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| Lucky colors: | Azure Cream |
Totem pet: Snake
Totem animal: Sparrow
Totem plant: Iris
Totem tree: Elm
Lucky weekday: Monday
Favorable month: January
Lucky numbers: 8, 11, 35
Lucky days of the month: 22, 29, 31
Unlucky number: 46
Hobbies: sailing, home/interior decorating, pickling&canning
Careers: Government Services, Personal Development, Administration
Health issues: Viral Infections
Letters count: 5
Numerology of name Edgar
Name popularity
Male
Raw data
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 56 | 283 |
| 1881 | 46 | 312 |
| 1882 | 54 | 308 |
| 1883 | 57 | 292 |
| 1884 | 61 | 290 |
| 1885 | 58 | 303 |
| 1886 | 60 | 309 |
| 1887 | 61 | 266 |
| 1888 | 62 | 321 |
| 1889 | 58 | 322 |
| 1890 | 55 | 338 |
| 1891 | 61 | 277 |
| 1892 | 67 | 303 |
| 1893 | 61 | 310 |
| 1894 | 61 | 313 |
| 1895 | 61 | 323 |
| 1896 | 67 | 306 |
| 1897 | 65 | 278 |
| 1898 | 71 | 285 |
| 1899 | 75 | 249 |
| 1900 | 70 | 374 |
| 1901 | 69 | 271 |
| 1902 | 74 | 307 |
| 1903 | 79 | 259 |
| 1904 | 80 | 299 |
| 1905 | 74 | 315 |
| 1906 | 76 | 301 |
| 1907 | 78 | 321 |
| 1908 | 73 | 360 |
| 1909 | 83 | 347 |
| 1910 | 76 | 441 |
| 1911 | 83 | 486 |
| 1912 | 85 | 945 |
| 1913 | 86 | 1087 |
| 1914 | 87 | 1361 |
| 1915 | 84 | 1895 |
| 1916 | 88 | 1874 |
| 1917 | 88 | 1920 |
| 1918 | 89 | 2085 |
| 1919 | 88 | 1986 |
| 1920 | 88 | 2029 |
| 1921 | 90 | 2014 |
| 1922 | 93 | 1923 |
| 1923 | 94 | 1897 |
| 1924 | 96 | 1878 |
| 1925 | 96 | 1809 |
| 1926 | 107 | 1677 |
| 1927 | 107 | 1723 |
| 1928 | 113 | 1600 |
| 1929 | 116 | 1487 |
| 1930 | 119 | 1526 |
| 1931 | 120 | 1377 |
| 1932 | 130 | 1308 |
| 1933 | 134 | 1181 |
| 1934 | 137 | 1150 |
| 1935 | 138 | 1144 |
| 1936 | 141 | 1067 |
| 1937 | 142 | 1068 |
| 1938 | 157 | 1031 |
| 1939 | 153 | 1008 |
| 1940 | 162 | 984 |
| 1941 | 166 | 989 |
| 1942 | 161 | 1050 |
| 1943 | 168 | 1082 |
| 1944 | 171 | 976 |
| 1945 | 176 | 870 |
| 1946 | 190 | 909 |
| 1947 | 191 | 1056 |
| 1948 | 198 | 976 |
| 1949 | 208 | 913 |
| 1950 | 209 | 937 |
| 1951 | 207 | 938 |
| 1952 | 219 | 889 |
| 1953 | 221 | 897 |
| 1954 | 231 | 915 |
| 1955 | 228 | 931 |
| 1956 | 243 | 852 |
| 1957 | 269 | 773 |
| 1958 | 268 | 749 |
| 1959 | 279 | 752 |
| 1960 | 291 | 715 |
| 1961 | 286 | 694 |
| 1962 | 284 | 698 |
| 1963 | 292 | 652 |
| 1964 | 281 | 722 |
| 1965 | 301 | 601 |
| 1966 | 297 | 583 |
| 1967 | 291 | 591 |
| 1968 | 301 | 596 |
| 1969 | 293 | 637 |
| 1970 | 293 | 666 |
| 1971 | 281 | 674 |
| 1972 | 285 | 634 |
| 1973 | 285 | 594 |
| 1974 | 274 | 652 |
| 1975 | 263 | 718 |
| 1976 | 267 | 664 |
| 1977 | 257 | 712 |
| 1978 | 273 | 687 |
| 1979 | 248 | 804 |
| 1980 | 242 | 888 |
| 1981 | 234 | 934 |
| 1982 | 256 | 833 |
| 1983 | 240 | 896 |
| 1984 | 253 | 833 |
| 1985 | 245 | 880 |
| 1986 | 225 | 1020 |
| 1987 | 166 | 1602 |
| 1988 | 168 | 1617 |
| 1989 | 143 | 2104 |
| 1990 | 142 | 2205 |
| 1991 | 142 | 2266 |
| 1992 | 147 | 2205 |
| 1993 | 148 | 2261 |
| 1994 | 147 | 2393 |
| 1995 | 150 | 2320 |
| 1996 | 148 | 2359 |
| 1997 | 160 | 2115 |
| 1998 | 164 | 2045 |
| 1999 | 173 | 2036 |
| 2000 | 173 | 2072 |
| 2001 | 159 | 2376 |
| 2002 | 174 | 2195 |
| 2003 | 172 | 2319 |
| 2004 | 169 | 2385 |
| 2005 | 165 | 2453 |
| 2006 | 168 | 2391 |
| 2007 | 168 | 2420 |
| 2008 | 192 | 2064 |
| 2009 | 198 | 1908 |
| 2010 | 211 | 1644 |
| 2011 | 237 | 1467 |
| 2012 | 258 | 1317 |
| 2013 | 276 | 1210 |
| 2014 | 296 | 1178 |
| 2015 | 308 | 1114 |
| 2016 | 330 | 1013 |
| 2017 | 339 | 939 |
| 2018 | 340 | 925 |
| 2019 | 368 | 812 |
| 2020 | 378 | 784 |
| 2021 | 390 | 755 |
Female
Raw data
| Year | Rank | Births |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 796 | 21 |
| 1990 | 840 | 25 |
Name Edgar in sign language
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REdgar's name color
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