Eddie is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #4096 in 2016 with 5 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 6 births ranking #3696. In 2016, approximately 1 in every 61,427 girls born was named Eddie. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
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.