Eddie Unisex

Popularity: #683 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ED-ee /ˈɛdi/

Origin: English; German

Meaning: English: Wealthy guardian; German: Rich spear

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Eddie is derived from the Old English name Eadweard, which is composed of the elements "ead," meaning "wealth, fortune, or prosperity," and "weard," meaning "guardian" or "protector." This name evolved through various linguistic stages, transitioning from Old English to Middle English, and eventually to its modern form. The diminutive form Eddie emerged as a short form of Edward, which became popular in English-speaking countries, particularly from the 19th century onward.

Historically, the name Edward has notable significance, particularly in the context of English royalty. Edward the Confessor, who reigned from 1042 to 1066, is one of the most prominent figures associated with this name.

He was canonized as a saint and is remembered for his piety and the construction of Westminster Abbey. The name has appeared in various forms in historical texts, including the King James Bible, where it is often associated with themes of leadership and nobility.

Culturally, the name Eddie has been embraced in various forms of literature and media, often symbolizing qualities such as bravery and loyalty. The diminutive form is frequently used in familial or affectionate contexts, reflecting a sense of intimacy.

The name's enduring presence in English-speaking cultures can be attributed to its strong historical roots and the positive connotations associated with its meanings, which resonate with ideals of protection and prosperity.

Famous people named Eddie

In this section, you will find notable people named Eddie. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Eddie who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Eddie who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

Please note that not every baby name in our database currently has a famous namesake listed. If you would like to suggest a name we may have missed or submit a correction, feel free to contact us. We review and finalize additions and corrections within 24 hours.

Eddie Murphy is a comedian and actor best known for Beverly Hills Cop, Coming to America, and Shrek.

Eddie Van Halen is a musician best known for being the guitarist of Van Halen and for the song Eruption.

Eddie Redmayne is an actor best known for The Theory of Everything, The Danish Girl, and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.

Eddie Izzard is a comedian and actor best known for Dress to Kill, Glorious, and The Riches.

Eddie George is a former professional football player best known for his career with the Tennessee Titans and winning the Heisman Trophy.

Eddie Kaspbrak is a fictional character best known as one of the protagonists in Stephen King's It.

Eddie Vedder is a musician best known as the lead vocalist of Pearl Jam and for the song.

Eddie Money is a musician best known for the songs.

Eddie Fisher is a singer and actor best known for his hit songs in the 1950s and his marriages to Elizabeth Taylor and Debbie Reynolds.

Fictional characters named Eddie

The following list of fictional characters named Eddie is a work in progress. If you would like to suggest an additional character, please send us the character's name along with a brief, one-sentence description of what they are best known for.

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Eddie Munson is a fictional character from the TV series Stranger Things. He is a charismatic and rebellious teenager who becomes a key ally to the main group during their battle against supernatural forces.

Eddie Brock is a fictional character from the Marvel Comics universe. He is best known as the host of the alien symbiote Venom, often portrayed as both an antagonist and anti-hero in Spider-Man stories.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Eddie, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

EdwardEdgarEvelynEllaEthanEmma

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Eddie. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

EdwinEdenEliEliasEvanEamonElliotEzekiel

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Eddie was first seen in the United States in 1880.

Eddie has ranked as high as #159 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in California, Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas.

In the past 5 years the name Eddie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Eddie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Eddie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Top States for Eddie (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.

State Births Share
CA 56
29%
TX 30
16%
NY 21
11%
GA 9
5%
IL 9
5%
NC 8
4%
OH 8
4%
LA 7
4%
MA 7
4%
AZ 7
4%
FL 7
4%
UT 6
3%
TN 5
3%
KY 5
3%
VA 5
3%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Eddie.

YearBirths
2024243
2023278
2022300
2021328
2020336
2019321
2018330
2017357
2016408
2015384
2014465
2013422
2012479
2011538
2010503
2009677
2008655
2007708
2006764
2005708
2004775
2003673
2002680
2001685
2000783
1999784
1998796
1997832
1996832
1995910
1994946
19931,048
19921,091
19911,178
19901,248
19891,210
19881,129
19871,094
19861,087
19851,150
19841,167
19831,169
19821,293
19811,317
19801,389
19791,364
19781,383
19771,380
19761,399
19751,389
19741,457
19731,586
19721,739
19712,024
19702,151
19692,090
19682,165
19672,281
19662,534
19652,867
19643,326
19633,355
19623,684
19614,081
19604,192
19594,242
19584,130
19574,113
19563,994
19553,782
19543,766
19533,416
19523,644
19513,747
19503,761
19494,105
19484,235
19474,457
19463,745
19453,223
19443,315
19433,282
19423,018
19412,850
19402,576
19392,512
19382,615
19372,345
19362,347
19352,281
19342,169
19332,016
19322,112
19311,959
19301,972
19291,875
19281,807
19271,858
19261,678
19251,732
19241,595
19231,597
19221,587
19211,511
19201,681
19191,660
19181,423
19171,265
19161,311
19151,124
19141,010
1913878
1912718
1911523
1910595
1909462
1908413
1907394
1906377
1905346
1904315
1903314
1902353
1901296
1900425
1899258
1898256
1897263
1896262
1895228
1894203
1893220
1892218
1891179
1890197
1889155
1888193
1887129
1886197
1885141
1884179
1883125
1882169
1881109
1880129