What does the name Edgar mean?

The first name Edgar means “wealthy spear”.

Where does the name Edgar come from?

Edgar has its roots in Old English.

Edgar is a masculine first name (a boys' name).

Edgar is a relatively uncommon first name.

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“wealthy spear”

Origin: Old English
Syllables: 2
Popularity: 46 of 100Uncommon
Famous bearers: Edgar Allan Poe Edgar Degas Edgar von Wahl Edgar Rice Burroughs Edgar Adrian 1. Baron Adrian Edgar Wallace Edgar Edgar Lungu Edgar Davids

Edgar is a masculine first name meaning “wealthy spear”, with roots in Old English. The name has 2 syllables. It is relatively uncommon.

What does the name Edgar mean?: The first name Edgar means “wealthy spear”.
Where does the name Edgar come from?: Edgar has its roots in Old English.
Is Edgar a girls' or boys' name?: Edgar is a masculine first name (a boys' name).
How popular is Edgar?: Edgar is a relatively uncommon first name.

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