Edwards

Boy name

Edwards has been given to 425 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 1923.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

425

Peak year

1923 (13 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1912

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Edwards — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Edwardboy

1,308,955 babies since 1880

Edwardoboy

6,764 babies since 1911

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FAQ

How popular is the name Edwards?

Edwards has been given to 425 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Edwards peak?

Edwards peaked in 1923, when 13 babies were given the name.

Is Edwards a girl or boy name?

Edwards is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Edwards are boys).

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