Find out how popular the first name Edger has been for the last 27 years (from 1980 to 2006) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Edger by gender

Based on the last 27 years of data, Edger is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2006, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Edger.

The history of the first name Edger

The name Edger has its roots in Old English, originating from the Anglo-Saxon period of the 5th to 11th centuries. It is derived from the Old English word "edig," meaning "prosperous" or "wealthy." The name was initially spelled as "Edgār" or "Ædgār," with variations in the spelling likely occurring due to regional dialects and scribal errors.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Edger can be found in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, a collection of annals chronicling the history of the Anglo-Saxons. In the chronicle, an individual named "Edgār cyning" (King Edger) is mentioned as ruling Wessex and the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms from 959 to 975 CE.

During the Middle Ages, the name Edger gained prominence with several notable figures bearing the name. One such individual was Edger the Peacemaker (944-975 CE), an Anglo-Saxon king who ruled over a unified England and played a significant role in establishing monastic reforms and promoting education.

Another historical figure bearing the name Edger was Edger Atheling (c. 1051-c. 1126 CE), a member of the Anglo-Saxon royal family who was briefly proclaimed King of England in 1066 before the Norman Conquest. He later fled to Scotland and lived in exile for the remainder of his life.

In the 12th century, Edger of York (c. 1130-1195 CE) was a prominent English prelate who served as the Archbishop of York from 1189 until his death. He played a crucial role in mediating disputes between King Richard I and his brother John, later known as King John.

During the 13th century, Edger of Westminster (c. 1175-1245 CE) was a renowned English monk and chronicler. He is best known for his work "Flores Historiarum" (Flowers of History), a chronicle of events from the creation of the world until the year 1235 CE.

As the name Edger transitioned into modern times, it maintained its association with wealth and prosperity, although its usage became less common compared to other English names. While the name has fallen out of widespread use in recent decades, it continues to hold historical significance and serves as a reminder of the rich linguistic and cultural heritage of the Anglo-Saxon period.

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