Origin and Meaning of Eward
Meaning & Origin
Wealthy Guardian
Origin: English - Derived from the Old English components 'ead' meaning 'wealth, fortune' and 'weard' meaning 'guard' or 'guardian'.
Interesting Facts
- Eward is a less common variant of the widely recognized name Edward, which has been historically popular in England.
- The name has seen some use in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries, but is more frequently encountered in historical texts.
- Notable bearers of the name include Edward I of England, also known as Edward Longshanks, and Edward IV, a king of the House of York.
- Although Eward itself is not common, its origin name, Edward, has consistently ranked high among male names predominantly from the 19th century onwards.
- Variations of the name Eward include Edward, Edouard (French), and Eddard, the latter made popular by the character Eddard Stark in George R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series.