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First name Edward - Meaning, Origin and Rating

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Origin

Nameday

18. March, 13 October

Meaning

The male first name Edward comes from Old English and means "guardian of wealth". It is a combination of the words "ead", which means wealth or possession, and "weard", which means guardian or protector. The name was particularly popular in medieval England and became well-known through kings and nobles. Nowadays, Edward is a timeless and internationally widespread first name that expresses strength and prosperity.

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Edvard
Edwald
Dard
Deward
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Edgar
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Erhard
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Howard
Ward

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