Edgar
Meaning of Edgar
The name Edgar is a classic male given name of Old English origin, meaning "wealthy spear" or "fortunate and powerful." It is derived from the elements "ead," meaning wealth or fortune, and "gar," meaning spear. The name has historical significance, notably borne by Edgar the Peaceful, a 10th-century king of England who was known for his effective rule and the consolidation of the kingdom. Pronounced as ED-gur (/ˈɛdɡər/), Edgar has several variations including Edgard and Eadgar. Over the years, it has maintained steady popularity in the United States, ranking within the top 500 names for over a century. In recent years, its usage has seen a slight decline but remains a beloved choice for many parents due to its strong historical roots and timeless appeal.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ED-gur (/ˈɛdɡər/)
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Notable People Named Edgar
| Edgar Allan Poe was a prominent American writer and poet known for his tales of mystery and the macabre, and is considered a central figure of Romanticism and Gothic fiction in the United States. |
| Edgar Degas was a renowned French Impressionist artist known for his exceptional pastel drawings and oil paintings. |
| Edgar Cayce was an American clairvoyant known as "The Sleeping Prophet" who claimed to speak from his higher self while in a trance-like state, addressing a wide range of subjects such as healing, reincarnation, dreams, and future events. |
| Sir Edgar Speyer, 1st Baronet was an American-born financier and philanthropist who became a British subject and played a significant role in the development of London's underground railway system. |
| Edgar Dean Mitchell was a United States Navy officer, test pilot, and NASA astronaut who became the sixth person to walk on the Moon as the Lunar Module Pilot of Apollo 14 in 1971. |
| Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American writer renowned for creating iconic characters like Tarzan and John Carter, and for his prolific output in adventure, science fiction, and fantasy genres. |
| Edgar John Bergen was a pioneering American ventriloquist, comedian, and actor, best known for his iconic characters Charlie McCarthy and Mortimer Snerd. |
| Edgar Wright is an English filmmaker known for his fast-paced, satirical genre films and his signature editing style, including the use of expressive popular music and unique camera techniques. |
| Edgar Bronfman Jr. - Edgar Miles Bronfman Jr. is an American businessman known for his leadership roles at Warner Music Group and Seagram, as well as his involvement in private equity and the entertainment industry. |
| Edgar A. Wedgwood was a prominent attorney and National Guard officer known for his service in the Spanish–American War, Philippine–American War, and World War I, and as adjutant general of the Utah National Guard. |
| Edgar Samuel Paxson was an American frontier painter, scout, soldier, and writer, known for his portraits of Native Americans and his depiction of the Battle of Little Bighorn in "Custer's Last Stand". |
| Edgar C. Erickson was a United States Army major general and chief of the National Guard Bureau. |
| Edgar Reitz is a renowned German filmmaker and Professor of Film, best known for his internationally acclaimed Heimat film series (1984-2013). |
| Édgar Rentería, known as "the Barranquilla Baby," is a retired Colombian professional baseball shortstop who played for several teams in the MLB. |
| Édgar Ramírez is a Venezuelan actor who initially studied communications and considered a career in diplomacy before pursuing acting. |
