The nameEdgard
Edgard is the French spelling of Edgar.
- Boy's name
- French
Meaning
Edgard comes from the Old English ead, "wealth", and gar, "spear".
Origin
French, from Old English.
History
In the United States Edgard reached 1657th place in 1968.
Famous people named Edgard
- Edgard Varèse, composer
Popularity of the name Edgard
Edgard in the United States
Edgard was most popular in the United States in the 1990s, with 359 births over the decade, 26% of all recorded babies named Edgard. Its rise began around 1925, and it peaked in 1992. Half of all babies named Edgard in the United States were born before 1992.
Edgard in France
Edgard was most popular in France in the 1900s, with 1,145 births over the decade, 17% of all recorded babies named Edgard. Half of all babies named Edgard in France were born before 1929, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Edgard mean?
Edgard comes from the Old English ead, "wealth", and gar, "spear".
What is the origin of the name Edgard?
French, from Old English.
Is Edgard a girl's or a boy's name?
Edgard is a boy's name.
How popular is the name Edgard?
In 2024, Edgard was the 10606th most popular name for baby boys in the United States, with 7 births.
Who are famous people named Edgard?
Edgard Varèse, composer.