Edgardo Boy

Popularity: #882 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationed-GAR-doe / ɛdˈɡɑːrdoʊ

Spanish; Italian

Meaning

Spanish: wealthy guardian; Italian: prosperous protector

Historical & Cultural Background

Edgardo is a name of Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Old English name Eadgard. It became popular in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries and Italy. The name has been borne by notable figures in literature and history, contributing to its enduring appeal. It is often associated with nobility and guardianship.

Trend Summary

Edgardo has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Edgar
  • Eddie

International Variants

  • Edgardo (Spanish)
  • Edgardo (Italian)

Famous people named Edgardo

Edgardo Alfonzo is a former professional baseball player known for his time with the New York Mets.

Edgardo Brambilla is an Argentine artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.

Edgardo Cozarinsky is an Argentine filmmaker and writer noted for his work in cinema.

Edgardo Díaz is a Puerto Rican music producer and songwriter known for his influence in the reggaeton genre.

Fictional characters named Edgardo

Edgardo is a character in the opera 'Lucia di Lammermoor' by Gaetano Donizetti, known for his tragic love story.

Edgardo is a character in the novel 'The Betrothed' by Alessandro Manzoni, representing themes of love and sacrifice.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Edgardo was first seen in the United States in 1934. Edgardo has ranked as high as #1017 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Edgardo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Edgardo (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 10
42%
CA 9
38%
AZ 5
21%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19345
19435
19476
194813
19496
19507
195114
195219
195318
195429
195528
195631
195741
195848
195941
196055
196153
196266
196347
196447
196557
196677
196776
196873
196981
197094
1971100
197278
197384
197492
197574
197690
197788
197884
197978
198091
198195
198267
198381
198492
198589
198682
1987102
198899
1989136
1990170
1991197
1992225
1993198
1994159
1995149
1996138
1997159
1998130
1999115
2000113
2001104
2002100
2003111
2004118
200592
200688
200783
200870
200968
201076
201161
201236
201352
201440
201539
201641
201748
201836
201937
202039
202134
202237
202343
202442