Eddye first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Eddye has been for the last 1 years (from 2002 to 2002) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Eddye

A modern English masculine name of obscure origin and meaning.

Popularity of Eddye by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Eddye is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2002, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Eddye.

Year Male Count Female Count
2002 6 0

The history of the first name Eddye

The name Eddye is a variant of the English name Eddie, which is a diminutive form of the name Edward. Edward is derived from the Old English words "ead" meaning "prosperous" or "rich" and "weard" meaning "guard" or "protector". It is believed that the name originated in the 9th century and was widely used among the Anglo-Saxons.

The name Edward gained popularity in England after the Norman Conquest in 1066, when it was adopted by the Norman nobility. It became a common name among the English royalty and nobility, with several kings and princes bearing the name, including Edward the Confessor (1003-1066), Edward I (1239-1307), and Edward III (1312-1377).

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Eddye can be found in the 13th century, when it appeared as a diminutive form of Edward in medieval records. Over time, various spellings of the name emerged, including Eddy, Eddie, and Eddye.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Eddye or its variants. One of the most famous was Eddie Rickenbacker (1890-1973), an American fighter pilot and Medal of Honor recipient during World War I. He later became a successful businessman and the head of Eastern Air Lines.

Another prominent figure was Eddie Cochran (1938-1960), an American rock and roll pioneer who was influential in the development of the genre. His hits included "Summertime Blues" and "C'mon Everybody".

Eddy Merckx (born 1945) is a Belgian former professional road cyclist, widely regarded as one of the greatest cyclists of all time. He won numerous prestigious races, including the Tour de France and Giro d'Italia.

Eddie Albert (1906-2005) was an American actor and activist, best known for his roles in the television series "Green Acres" and the film "Roman Holiday".

Eddy Arnold (1918-2008) was an American country music singer and guitarist, who had a successful career spanning six decades. He was one of the most influential performers in the history of country music.

Data source

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