Edie
Edie is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Prosperous in war or rich gift.
Origin and history
Edie is traditionally a diminutive of Edith, which comes from Old English elements meaning rich or prosperous in war. It has gained popularity as an independent given name in the United States, appreciated for its vintage, soft sound. Its usage reflects a broader preference for classic English nicknames used as formal first names.
Popularity in the United States
5,672 babies in the United States have been named Edie since 1880. It ranks #2272 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1413.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.5 %)
- TX (17.7 %)
- NY (9.5 %)
- IL (7.5 %)
- OH (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 12 |
| 1900-1910 | 21 |
| 1910-1920 | 40 |
| 1920-1930 | 37 |
| 1930-1940 | 69 |
| 1940-1950 | 204 |
| 1950-1960 | 519 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,353 |
| 1970-1980 | 593 |
| 1980-1990 | 208 |
| 1990-2000 | 235 |
| 2000-2010 | 577 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,096 |
| 2020-2029 | 703 |
Famous people named Edie
- Edie Sedgwick: Actress, Model
- Edie Falco: Actress
- Edie Brickell: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Edie originated as a pet form of Edith, an Old English name that survived the Norman Conquest.
- Socialite and actress Edie Sedgwick became a prominent counterculture figure in the 1960s as one of Andy Warhol's muses.