Edro
Of unknown origin and meaning, possibly a variant of Edric.
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Edro. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Edro today is around 99 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Edro births was 1933 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Edro. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Edro is about 99 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Edros were born before 1937.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Edro. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1933
6 babies that year
Average age
99
years old
1933 SSA rank
#3,379
Tracked since 1921
Popularity
Edro: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Edro from the 1920s through to the 1930s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1930s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Edro by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Edro during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Edro
The name Edro is a unique and intriguing name with a rich history that spans multiple cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Greek language, where it is believed to have derived from the word "edros," meaning "firm" or "steadfast." This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon individuals who were perceived as strong and unwavering in their convictions.
In the early days of ancient Greece, the name Edro was relatively uncommon, but it gained prominence during the Hellenistic period, which spanned from the 4th to the 1st century BC. During this time, the name appeared in several historical records and texts, indicating its use among the Greek population.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Edro was a Greek philosopher who lived in the 3rd century BC. While little is known about his life and works, his name has been preserved in the writings of other ancient scholars, cementing his place in history as one of the earliest known bearers of this name.
As the centuries passed, the name Edro spread beyond the borders of ancient Greece, finding its way into various other cultures and civilizations. In the Byzantine Empire, which emerged in the 4th century AD, the name was adopted and adapted to fit the linguistic and cultural norms of the time.
One of the most notable individuals with the name Edro was a Byzantine admiral who lived in the 9th century AD. He played a crucial role in defending the empire against the naval invasions of the Arab fleets, earning him a place in the annals of Byzantine history.
The name Edro also made its way into the realms of literature and art. In the 12th century, an Italian poet and scholar named Edro di Montefalco gained recognition for his poetic works, which explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition.
In the world of art, Edro di Pavia, an Italian painter from the 15th century, left his mark with his stunning frescoes and altarpieces that adorned churches and palaces throughout northern Italy.
As time progressed, the name Edro continued to be used sporadically across various cultures and regions. In the 18th century, Edro Martínez, a Spanish military officer and explorer, made significant contributions to the exploration and mapping of the Amazon Basin.
While the name Edro may not be as prevalent today as it once was, it holds a rich tapestry of history, weaving together threads from diverse cultures and time periods. Each bearer of this name contributes to its legacy, adding their own unique chapter to the fascinating story of Edro.
People
Edro + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Edro as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Edro: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Edro?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Edro going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Edro a common name?
We classify Edro as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Edro most popular?
The single biggest year for Edro was 1933, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Edro is about 99 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Edro in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Edro a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Edro in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Edro still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Edro in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Edro can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Edro?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.