Eduard
Eduard is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Wealthy guard or rich protector.
Origin and history
Eduard is a variant of the classical name Edward, which stems from Old English elements meaning rich guard or wealthy protector. It is widely used across German, Slavic, Dutch, and Catalan-speaking regions. In the United States, it serves as a distinct alternative to the traditional Edward, maintaining a modest but steady presence.
Popularity in the United States
1,885 babies in the United States have been named Eduard since 1880. It ranks #2958 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1702.
States where it is most popular
- CA (53.1 %)
- NY (27.2 %)
- FL (8 %)
- TX (7.7 %)
- IL (2.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 39 |
| 1920-1930 | 94 |
| 1930-1940 | 71 |
| 1940-1950 | 43 |
| 1950-1960 | 90 |
| 1960-1970 | 161 |
| 1970-1980 | 147 |
| 1980-1990 | 147 |
| 1990-2000 | 226 |
| 2000-2010 | 313 |
| 2010-2019 | 323 |
| 2020-2029 | 225 |
Famous people named Eduard
- Eduard Shevardnadze: Politician, Diplomat
- Eduard Khil: Singer
- Eduard Buchner: Chemist
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Edu
Fun facts
- Eduard is the standard spelling for Edward in German, Dutch, Russian, Czech, and Catalan.
- It shares etymological roots with numerous European monarchs who bore the name Edward or Eduard.