Ed
Meaning of Ed
Originating from English, the name Ed is a unisex name that can be pronounced as "ed" (/ɛd/). Variations of this name include Eddie and Edward. In the United States, data for newborns shows that the name Ed has been given to babies since at least the late 19th century. Its popularity has fluctuated over time, with occurrences ranging from as low as five to as high as 14 in a given year. The highest rank it achieved was 1450 in the year 1892. This classic and timeless name carries associations of strength and simplicity, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a traditional yet versatile option.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ed (/ɛd/)
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Notable People Named Ed
| Ed Sheeran - Edward Christopher Sheeran, an English singer-songwriter from Halifax, West Yorkshire, gained fame after independently releasing the extended play No. 5 Collaborations Project and signing with Asylum Records in 2011. |
| Ed White - Edward Higgins White II was an accomplished American astronaut and Air Force officer, known for his contributions to the Gemini and Apollo missions. |
| Edward Vincent Sullivan, known as Ed Sullivan, was a prominent American television host and creator of the long-running variety program The Ed Sullivan Show. |
| Ed Asner - Eddie Asner was an American actor best known for his role as Lou Grant in The Mary Tyler Moore Show and its spin-off series, making him a rare actor to portray the same character in both a comedy and a drama. |
| Ed Hochuli - Edward G. Hochuli is a retired attorney and former American football official, known for his long tenure in the NFL and his career as an attorney at Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, P.L.C. |
| Ed McMahon - Edward Leo Peter McMahon Jr. was a versatile American entertainer known for his long-time partnership with Johnny Carson on The Tonight Show. |
| Ed Schafer - Edward Thomas Schafer is an American businessman and politician who served as the 30th governor of North Dakota and as the 29th United States secretary of agriculture. |
| Ed Begley Jr. - Edward James Begley Jr. is a prolific American actor known for his role in St. Elsewhere and for co-hosting the green living reality show Living with Ed. |
| Ed Helms - Edward Parker Helms is an American actor and comedian known for his roles in The Office, The Hangover trilogy, and as a correspondent on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. |
| Ed O'Neill - Edward Leonard O'Neill is an American actor known for his roles in Married... with Children and Modern Family, as well as his appearances in various films and voice work in animated movies. |
| Ed Liddy - Edward "Ed" Liddy is a prominent American businessman who served as chairman of the Allstate Corporation from 1999 to 2008. |
| Ed Headrick, also known as "Steady" Ed Headrick, was an American toy inventor, combat veteran, and deep-sea welder who is best known as the father of the modern-day Frisbee and disc golf. |
| Ed Wade is a former professional baseball executive who was the general manager of the Houston Astros and the Philadelphia Phillies in Major League Baseball. |
| Ed Pinkham is a former American college football player and coach, known for his recent role as the defensive pass game coordinator for the Arkansas State Red Wolves. |
| Ed Sprague Jr. - Edward Nelson Sprague Jr. is a former Major League Baseball third baseman who also served as a head baseball coach and is currently the Oakland Athletics Director of Player Development. |
