Ed Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationEd / ɛdEnglish; Old English
Meaning
Old English: Wealthy guardian; English: Prosperous protector
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ed is often a diminutive of Edward or Edmund, both of which have roots in Old English. Edward means 'wealthy guardian' and has been borne by several kings of England. The name has been popular in various forms throughout history, particularly in the medieval period. It remains a common name in English-speaking countries today.
Trend Summary
The name Ed has seen a decline in popularity in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eddie
- Edmund
- Edward
International Variants
- Eduardo (Spanish)
- Édouard (French)
- Edoardo (Italian)
Famous people named Ed
Ed Sheeran is a British singer-songwriter known for his hit songs and albums.
Ed Harris is an American actor and director recognized for his roles in films such as 'Apollo 13' and 'The Truman Show'.
Ed Sullivan was an American television host famous for 'The Ed Sullivan Show', which featured many iconic performances.
Fictional characters named Ed
Ed is a character in the animated series 'Ed, Edd n Eddy', known for his simple-mindedness and strength.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ed was first seen in the United States in 1880. Ed has ranked as high as #615 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Alabama, Ohio, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Ed has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ed (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 310 |
| 1881 | 272 |
| 1882 | 337 |
| 1883 | 247 |
| 1884 | 314 |
| 1885 | 328 |
| 1886 | 303 |
| 1887 | 275 |
| 1888 | 301 |
| 1889 | 270 |
| 1890 | 262 |
| 1891 | 237 |
| 1892 | 306 |
| 1893 | 225 |
| 1894 | 241 |
| 1895 | 229 |
| 1896 | 246 |
| 1897 | 198 |
| 1898 | 228 |
| 1899 | 174 |
| 1900 | 297 |
| 1901 | 162 |
| 1902 | 175 |
| 1903 | 168 |
| 1904 | 184 |
| 1905 | 190 |
| 1906 | 149 |
| 1907 | 178 |
| 1908 | 152 |
| 1909 | 159 |
| 1910 | 229 |
| 1911 | 164 |
| 1912 | 229 |
| 1913 | 238 |
| 1914 | 286 |
| 1915 | 321 |
| 1916 | 274 |
| 1917 | 304 |
| 1918 | 333 |
| 1919 | 327 |
| 1920 | 309 |
| 1921 | 287 |
| 1922 | 293 |
| 1923 | 266 |
| 1924 | 270 |
| 1925 | 255 |
| 1926 | 287 |
| 1927 | 245 |
| 1928 | 251 |
| 1929 | 205 |
| 1930 | 232 |
| 1931 | 241 |
| 1932 | 259 |
| 1933 | 269 |
| 1934 | 261 |
| 1935 | 243 |
| 1936 | 258 |
| 1937 | 265 |
| 1938 | 265 |
| 1939 | 267 |
| 1940 | 251 |
| 1941 | 271 |
| 1942 | 281 |
| 1943 | 321 |
| 1944 | 307 |
| 1945 | 312 |
| 1946 | 404 |
| 1947 | 369 |
| 1948 | 285 |
| 1949 | 241 |
| 1950 | 164 |
| 1951 | 125 |
| 1952 | 139 |
| 1953 | 139 |
| 1954 | 167 |
| 1955 | 188 |
| 1956 | 267 |
| 1957 | 435 |
| 1958 | 632 |
| 1959 | 696 |
| 1960 | 644 |
| 1961 | 604 |
| 1962 | 574 |
| 1963 | 504 |
| 1964 | 437 |
| 1965 | 307 |
| 1966 | 228 |
| 1967 | 177 |
| 1968 | 170 |
| 1969 | 135 |
| 1970 | 127 |
| 1971 | 103 |
| 1972 | 75 |
| 1973 | 64 |
| 1974 | 58 |
| 1975 | 46 |
| 1976 | 38 |
| 1977 | 29 |
| 1978 | 31 |
| 1979 | 37 |
| 1980 | 40 |
| 1981 | 37 |
| 1982 | 35 |
| 1983 | 33 |
| 1984 | 34 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 26 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 9 |