Eder
Eder is a boy's name of Basque origin.
Meaning
Handsome, beautiful (Basque) or flock (Hebrew).
Origin and history
Eder is a masculine name of Basque origin that means handsome or beautiful. While historically roots are set in Northern Spain and Southwestern France, it also appears in biblical contexts as a place name. In the United States, Eder remains a uncommon, modern choice for parents seeking a short, distinctive name.
Popularity in the United States
3,284 babies in the United States have been named Eder since 1880. It ranks #2241 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1364.
States where it is most popular
- CA (49 %)
- TX (29.6 %)
- FL (4 %)
- IL (3.8 %)
- GA (3.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 325 |
| 1990-2000 | 486 |
| 2000-2010 | 904 |
| 2010-2019 | 989 |
| 2020-2029 | 580 |
Famous people named Eder
- Eder Militao: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Eder Jofre: Boxer, Athlete
Fun facts
- In the Basque language, the word 'eder' directly translates to handsome or beautiful.
- Eder (also spelled Ader) appears in Genesis as a tower location and in 1 Chronicles as a Levite.