Eddie is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #391 in 2006 with 764 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 832 births ranking #317. In 2006, approximately 1 in every 2,690 boys born was named Eddie. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Eddie is the friendly short form of Edward and inherits the meaning usually given as "wealthy guardian" or "prosperous protector". It feels lively, informal, and warmly traditional.
Originally a nickname, Eddie has long been used as a full first name too. Its appeal lies in sounding approachable while keeping a very old English background.