Female and male first names beginning with the letter “E”..
EDITHMAE
FemaleAmerican girls' name created by blending Edith, meaning 'prosperous in war', and Mae, a shortened form of Mary meaning 'beloved'.
EDIZ
MaleTurkish-origin name meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent'.
EDJUAN
MaleAfrican name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, meaning "God is thankful".
EDKER
MaleDistinctive Scandinavian name of Norwegian origin, meaning "rich man" or "prosperous man," composed of the elements Eddi ("rich") and -ker (derived from Old Norse karl, meaning "man").
EDLA
FemaleSwedish name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'noble' or 'illustrious'.
EDLEY
MaleRare American male given name derived from the English surname Eddy, which means 'noble' or 'wealthy'.
EDLIN
FemaleDistinctively Scottish name derived from MacAlpin, meaning "son of Alpin," which itself means "fair-haired" or "white." This historic name, first used in the 12th century by clansman Edlin MacAlpin, signifies fairness, courage, and strength, reflecting ancient Scottish values.
EDLIN
MaleDistinctive Irish given name derived from the surname Ó Dubhthach, possibly meaning 'black' or 'dark'.
EDLOW
MaleHebrew name meaning "noble" or "of noble birth," signifying courage, honor, and integrity.
EDLYN
FemaleUncommon, intriguing name of unknown origin, potentially derived from a combination of Edelweiss and Lynn or a variant spelling of Eiddilyn, with meanings possibly including "noble white" and "lake," or "blessed with light." It has been used for both boys and girls throughout history.
EDLYNN
FemaleRare, enchanting Welsh name derived from 'Eldyrn', meaning 'from the elder tree'.
EDMA
FemaleRare Hebrew name meaning 'witness' or 'testimony'.
EDMAE
FemaleEdmae, of Hebrew origin, means "witness to God's ways".
EDMAN
MaleRare Hebrew name derived from "Emanuel," meaning "God with us." It holds significant biblical and historical importance, associated with strength and divine presence.
EDMANUEL
MaleThe Hebrew name Edmanuel means 'God is with us'.
EDMAR
MalePortuguese given name meaning "guardian of the sea".
EDMAY
FemaleUncommon, exotic-sounding name of unknown Hebrew origins possibly meaning 'pleasure'.
EDMEE
FemaleEdmée is a rare, feminine given name of French origin, derived from the Germanic name Amaltrudis. It means "hardworking" or "diligent".
EDMERE
FemaleUnique Latin-derived name meaning "to earn" or "to deserve," originating from the Roman Empire and symbolizing merit and reward.
EDMILSON
MaleDistinct Portuguese name derived from "edmilhao," signifying industriousness or hard work, composed of "edmi" (industrious) and "-lhao" (action/state). It was popular in Portugal during the 19th and early 20th centuries, reflecting parents' hopes for their sons to embody these qualities.
EDMON
MaleEdmond is a French masculine given name composed of 'Eudes' meaning 'prosperous in war' and 'mund', meaning 'protector'. It translates to 'rich in protection' or 'bountiful protector'.
EDMONA
FemaleRare Latin-derived feminine given name meaning "rival" or "equal", brought to Britain by Romans and once held by Queen Edmona of Cornwall in the 9th century.
EDMOND
MaleEdmond, of Germanic origin, means 'noble helmet,' reflecting strength and protection.
EDMOND
FemaleTimeless French given name of Germanic origin, derived from "adal" meaning noble and "haim" meaning home, translating to "noble home ruler". Introduced by the Normans in the 11th century, it remains an elegant choice despite its waning popularity today.
EDMONDO
MaleDistinctive Italian male given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Aemilius, meaning 'rival' or 'emulator'.
EDMONIA
FemaleItalian given name derived from the Latin "Aemilius," originally meaning "rival" or "equal." It is predominantly used as a feminine name and has no widely recognized specific meaning beyond its Latin roots. A notable bearer of this unique name is Edmonia Lewis, a prominent 19th-century American sculptor of mixed race who achieved international acclaim despite facing ethnic challenges.
EDMONT
MaleEdmond is a French given name derived from Germanic words "ead" (wealth) and "mund" (protection), translating to "protection of wealth." Initially popular among medieval French nobility, Edmond has since evolved into a widely-used international name with variations such as Édouard, Edward, and Eduardo.
EDMOUND
MaleEdmond is of French origin, meaning "noble protection", derived from Germanic elements "ada" and "mund".
EDMUND
MaleClassic English name derived from Old English Æðelmund, meaning "Noble protection".
EDMUND
FemaleClassic boy's name of English origin, derived from the Old English elements "ead" meaning wealth or prosperity, and "mund" meaning protection.
EDMUNDO
MaleRare yet significant Spanish given name derived from Old Germanic elements, meaning "rich in protection" or "guardian of wealth," with historical ties to Saint Edmund the Martyr and literary appearances like Edmundo Mondragón in García Márquez's "One Hundred Years of Solitude.
EDNA
MaleHebrew name meaning "pleasure" or "delight," derived from the Hebrew word "eden." It has biblical roots, as Edna was the wife of Caleb in the Old Testament.
EDNA
FemaleFeminine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "pleasure" or "delight".
EDNAH
FemaleHebrew-origin name derived from "Eden," meaning "pleasure" or "delight.
EDNAMAE
FemaleUnique African name of Yoruba origin, derived from "Eden" meaning "garden" and "Omawunmi" signifying "a child born under difficulty." It translates to "Born into a garden of trials," symbolizing resilience amidst adversity.
EDNAMAY
FemaleUnique and beautiful Scottish feminine name derived from the surname Ednam, which originated from the village of Ednam in Roxburghshire, Scotland. Its meaning may be related to the Scottish Gaelic word "eadan," meaning "edge" or "border." Despite its unclear origins, Ednamay stands out for its uniqueness and beauty.
EDNAR
FemaleDistinctive Hispanic name derived from the Spanish word "edén," meaning "paradise.
EDNER
FemaleUnisex name of Haitian origin, derived from Haitian Creole which has roots in French. While its meaning is unclear, some believe it may be a variation of Édouard, meaning "wealthy guardian." It emerged during French colonial rule and remains popular among Haitians today.
EDNER
MaleEdner, of Haitian origin, means 'endurance' and signifies steadfastness and perseverance.
EDNESHA
FemaleRare, distinctive name of unknown origin, potentially derived from the Old English 'Edward' and Sanskrit words, with no definitive cultural significance.