Edward vs John
Edward
Gender: boy
Origin: English
Meaning: Wealthy guardian
Peak: 1882 (2.03%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Edward | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.00% | 8.15% |
| 1890 | 1.91% | 7.10% |
| 1900 | 1.68% | 6.06% |
| 1910 | 1.63% | 5.49% |
| 1920 | 1.83% | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 1.53% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 1.21% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 1.03% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 0.77% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 0.65% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 0.36% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | 0.27% | 1.35% |
| 2000 | 0.17% | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Edward or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Edward peaked in 1882 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Edward and John mean?
Edward means "Wealthy guardian" while John means "God is gracious".