Edgar is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old English elements "ead" meaning "wealth" or "prosperity," and "gar" which means "spear." The name was introduced into Britain by the Normans after the Norman Conquest in 1066, and it has been used consistently since then.
Edgar is associated with several notable figures throughout history. One of the most famous bearers of the name was Edgar the Peaceful (943-975), also known as Saint Edgar, who was king of England from 959 to 975. He was a pious ruler and is remembered for his efforts to promote peace and unity in his kingdom. Another well-known figure named Edgar is the American writer Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849), known for his tales of mystery and macabre poetry.
Throughout history, the name Edgar has been associated with intelligence, creativity, and leadership. It is also considered to be a strong and regal name due to its association with royalty in medieval England. Today, Edgar continues to be a popular choice for parents seeking a classic and timeless name for their sons.
The given statistics demonstrate the annual number of births with the name Edgar in the United States from 1925 to 2023. The data shows a fluctuating trend over time, with periods of increase and decrease in the popularity of this name.
From 1925 to 1964, the number of births with the name Edgar ranged from a low of 5 in 1925 to a high of 17 in 1965. After 1965, there was a significant increase in the popularity of this name, with the highest number of births recorded at 43 in 1992.
However, from the late 1990s onwards, the popularity of the name Edgar began to decline. Between 1998 and 2023, the annual number of births with this name fluctuated between a low of 6 (in 2018, 2020, and 2022) and a high of 27 in 1998.
Overall, over the period from 1925 to 2023, there were a total of 1374 births with the name Edgar in the United States.