Eddy
Eddy is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Wealthy protector or rich guardian.
Origin and history
Eddy originated as a diminutive of Edward, Edmund, or Edgar, derived from Old English elements meaning wealth, fortune, or prosperty. It has been used as a standalone given name for over a century in the United States. While historically popular in the early to mid-20th century, it remains a familiar traditional name today.
Popularity in the United States
14,039 babies in the United States have been named Eddy since 1880. It ranks #1007 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1303.
States where it is most popular
- CA (23.6 %)
- TX (19.5 %)
- NY (12.3 %)
- FL (8.6 %)
- IL (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 10 |
| 1890-1900 | 16 |
| 1900-1910 | 51 |
| 1910-1920 | 145 |
| 1920-1930 | 359 |
| 1930-1940 | 763 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,610 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,185 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,803 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,008 |
| 1980-1990 | 999 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,362 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,672 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,401 |
| 2020-2029 | 655 |
Famous people named Eddy
- Eddy Merckx: Athlete, Cyclist
- Eddy Arnold: Singer, Musician
- Eddy Grant: Musician, Singer
Fun facts
- Eddy developed as a pet form for Old English names beginning with the element 'ead', meaning wealth or fortune.
- Although originally a nickname for Edward or Edmund, Eddy has consistently registered as an independent given name on U.S. birth records since 1880.