Edwards
ED-werdz
Popularity
#9204
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
418
Peak Year
#13 in 1923
First Recorded
1912
Style
Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Edwards is an English surname turned given name, meaning 'wealthy guardian' or 'prosperous protector.'
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Jonathan Edwards
American theologian and philosopher
Blake Edwards
American film director and screenwriter.
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