Origin and Meaning of Eduardo
Meaning & Origin
Wealthy guardian
Origin: Spanish - Derived from the Old English name Edward, which combines the elements 'ead' (wealth) and 'weard' (guardian).
Interesting Facts
- Eduardo is a traditional Hispanic name that has been in use since the Middle Ages, often associated with nobility and royalty.
- In Portuguese-speaking countries, Eduardo is a very popular name, equivalent to Edward in English.
- Notable bearers include Eduardo Saverin, co-founder of Facebook, and Eduardo de la Calle, a Spanish techno music producer.
- In the United States, the popularity of the name Eduardo has seen fluctuations, peaking in the 2000s before declining slightly in recent years.
- Variations of the name Eduardo include Edward (English), Edouard (French), and Eduardo (Italian) among others.