Female and male names starting with the letter "E" .
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EDI
FeminineShort form of Edward, which originates from Old English and means "wealthy guard".
EDIA
FeminineUnique given name of unknown origin and meaning, used sparingly worldwide with no widely accepted etymology or cultural significance.
EDIAN
MasculineUnique, newer name of unknown origin, with no established meaning or etymology. Despite its mysterious beginnings, it has gained recent popularity due to its appealing sound and smooth rhythm.
EDIANI
FeminineUnique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "to be rich" and symbolizing prosperity and success. It is often given to girls but can also be used for boys, and while not very common, it has gained international recognition due to the global popularity of Yoruba culture. Despite its African roots, Ediani has been embraced by people from diverse backgrounds who appreciate its meaning and sound, making it a distinctive yet practical choice for parents.
EDIANNY
FeminineIntriguing female name of unknown origin with no widely recognized meaning or cultural significance. It has gained popularity in recent years despite being spelled variously as Edianni, Eddieanny, or Edeannie, suggesting it may be a modern creation or an evolution from a less familiar name. Its creator or parents likely intended it to have personal significance rather than a broader historical or linguistic context.
EDIANY
FeminineRare Chinese name derived from "E" (鹅) meaning "goose" and "Yan" (言) meaning "speak," symbolizing fidelity and eloquence.
EDIBERTO
MasculineRare Spanish male name derived from 'Edi', meaning 'protection', and 'berto' from the name Berto.
EDICA
FeminineRare Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'building' or 'structure', historically associated with Saint Edicus but not necessarily connected to his name.
EDICE
FeminineCaptivating Czech name derived from "Eda," meaning "prosperity." Popularized by Czech literature, it's often associated with intelligence and creativity.
EDID
FeminineEdith is a Hebrew female name meaning 'pleasure' or 'delight', derived from the word 'ed' which means 'witness'. It has historical significance as the name of Queen Edith of Wessex and appears in literary works like Dickens' "Bleak House".
EDIE
MasculineScottish-derived name meaning "tender" or "loving," known for its warmth and kindness, popularized by figures like Edie Sedgwick and Edie Falco.
EDIE
FeminineScottish unisex name derived from "Eideadh", meaning "woolen cloak". It was traditionally used as a nickname for those dressed in fine woolen clothing before evolving into a given name.
EDIEL
MasculineDistinctively Spanish name derived from the Hebrew Elijah, meaning 'the Lord is my God', reflecting its rich historical and cultural significance.
EDIER
MasculineHispanic given name of Spanish origin, with an unclear meaning but a global historical presence.
EDIETH
FeminineUnisex Spanish name derived from 'edificio', meaning 'building'.
EDIKA
FeminineRare and distinctive name with unknown origins, created as a combination or original invention.
EDIL
FeminineRare Spanish name meaning 'noble' or 'elegant', derived from the Occitan word 'edel'.
EDIL
MasculineArabic name meaning "noble" or "elevated", originally used as a title for nobility but now popular worldwide.
EDILBERTO
MasculineLatin-origin name derived from 'edilis', meaning 'magistrate', composed of 'e' ('out') and 'dilectus' ('chosen'), translating to 'the chosen one who is sent out'.
EDILIA
FeminineRare, powerful Latin name derived from "aedificium," meaning "building" or "structure." It's associated with Saint Odile, a Frankish princess and abbess, and can be shortened to Eddie.
EDILSON
MasculineDistinctive male given name of Brazilian origin, derived from 'Esmeralda' meaning emerald and 'Silva', one of Brazil's most common surnames.
EDIN
MasculineBosnian male given name derived from the Bosniak word 'edin', meaning 'unique' or 'one'.
EDIN
FeminineUnisex name of South Slavic origin meaning "unique" or "only one," popular among Slavic peoples, notably in Bosnia, Croatia, and Serbia; it gained global recognition through figures like footballer Edin Dzeko.
EDINA
FeminineCaptivating female name of Hungarian origin, meaning "sweet" in both literal and metaphorical senses, derived from the Hungarian word "Edes". It is associated with Princess Eszter, also known as Saint Emerentiana, and signifies gentleness and kindness.
EDINSON
MasculineEdinson is of Spanish origin, meaning "son of Edmund" or "protector of the home". It is derived from the Old English name Edmund, composed of elements "ead", meaning wealth or prosperity, and "mund", meaning protection.
EDIR
MasculineDistinctively Portuguese name derived from the Old German Adalhard, meaning "noble and strong".
EDIS
FeminineEdis, derived from Latin 'aedes' meaning 'temple', reflects ancient Roman reverence.
EDIS
MasculineRare Basque name derived from 'edizar', meaning 'to be brave'.
EDISA
FeminineEdisa, of Latin origin, means "well-endowed" or "rich", derived from "aedes" meaning "house" or "temple". It was commonly used among the nobility in ancient Rome and is associated with abundance. Saint Edissa, a Christian martyr from the 3rd century, is one notable figure who bore this name.
EDISHA
FeminineIndian name derived from Sanskrit "Idisha," meaning "one who is worshiped.
EDISON
FeminineEnglish name meaning 'son of Edward', popularized by famous inventor Thomas Alva Edison.
EDISON
MasculineLatin-origin name meaning "son" or "child," popularized as a first name due to its association with renowned inventor Thomas Alva Edison, who was born in Milan, Ohio, on February 11, 1847.
EDISSON
MasculineRare Spanish name meaning "son of Eddie", derived from Eduardo meaning "guardian".
EDISYN
FeminineModern, unique name of uncertain origin, popular among parents seeking distinctive names; its meaning is open to personal interpretation due to its unknown etymology.
EDIT
FeminineHungarian female given name derived from the word 'édes', meaning 'sweet'. It became popular in Hungary during the 19th century and is now widely recognized internationally.
EDITA
FeminineUnique and beautiful female name of Lithuanian origin, meaning 'celebration' or 'festive'.
EDITH
FeminineFeminine given name of Germanic origin, derived from 'Aid' or 'Adal', meaning 'noble'. It was popularized during the Middle Ages and gained prominence in England during the Anglo-Saxon period.
EDITH
MasculineElegant and unique name with Old English origins, meaning "noble" or "prosperous". It was popularized during the Middle Ages by Queen Æthelflæd of Mercia and has been associated with notable historical figures like Edith Cavell and literary icons such as Edith Wharton.
EDITHA
FeminineGermanic origin meaning "strong in pledge" or "strong in oath".
EDITHE
FeminineUnique French name derived from 'héritier', meaning 'heir'.