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The name Edward is of English origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the Christianity religion. Numerologically, Edward is often linked to the number 1.
Edward Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Edward mean? What is the meaning of the name Edward
Meaning of Edward: Name Edward in the English origin, means One who is like a rich guard. Name Edward is of English origin and is a Boy name. People with name Edward are usually Christianity by religion.
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Edward
Meaning
One who is like a rich guard
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 6 characters
Spell
E-D-W-A-R-D
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
1
Indian Vedic Numerology
4
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Famous people with name Edward (Namesakes)
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- Edward Witten
Edward Witten (born August 26, 1951) is an American theoretical physicist and professor of mathematical physics at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton, New Jersey.
- Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex
Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex (Edward Antony Richard Louis; born 10 March 1964) is the youngest of four children and the third son of Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
- Edward Norton
Edward Harrison Norton (born August 18, 1969) is an American actor and filmmaker.
- John Edward
John Edward McGee Jr. (born October 19, 1969), known professionally as John Edward, is an American television personality, author and purported psychic medium.
- Edward Tufte
Edward Rolf Tufte (; born March 14, 1942) is an American statistician and professor emeritus of political science, statistics, and computer science at Yale University.
- Edward Luttwak
Edward Nicolae Luttwak (born 4 November 1942) is a Romanian-American political scientist known for his works on grand strategy, military history, and international relations.
- Edward Furlong
Edward Walter Furlong (born August 2, 1977) is an American actor and musician.
- Edward Ruscha
Edward Joseph Ruscha IV (, roo-SHAY; born December 16, 1937) is an American artist associated with the pop art movement.
- Edward Burns
Edward Fitzgerald Burns (born January 29, 1968) is an American actor, producer, writer, and director best known for appearing in several films including Saving Private Ryan (1998), 15 Minutes (2001), Life or Something Like It (2002), Confidence (2003), A Sound of Thunder (2005), The Holiday (2006), The Groomsmen (2006), One Missed Call (2008), 27 Dresses (2008), Man on a Ledge (2012), Friends with Kids (2012), and Alex Cross (2012).
- Edward Mezvinsky
Edward Maurice Mezvinsky (; born January 17, 1937) is an American politician and lawyer from Iowa.
- Edward Shearmur
Edward Shearmur (sometimes known as Ed Shearmur; born 28 February 1966) is a British film composer.
- Edward Villella
Edward Villella (born October 1, 1936 in Bayside, New York) is an American danseur and choreographer.
- Edward Timpson
Anthony Edward Timpson (born 26 December 1973) is a British Conservative Party politician who was elected as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Eddisbury in Cheshire at the 2019 general election.
- Edward Ssekandi
Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi (born 19 January 1942) is a Ugandan politician and lawyer who has been Vice President of Uganda since 24 May 2011.
- Edward Maya
Eduard Marian Ilie (Romanian pronunciation: [หedu.ard mariหan iหli.e]; born 29 June 1986), better known by his stage name Edward Maya, is a Romanian DJ, musician, record producer, performer and singer-songwriter, most famous for his 2009 smash hit single "Stereo Love".
- Edward Snowden
Edward Joseph Snowden (born June 21, 1983) is an American whistleblower who copied and leaked highly classified information from the National Security Agency (NSA) in 2013 when he was a Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) employee and subcontractor.
- Edward Argar
Edward John Comport Argar (born 9 December 1977) is a British Conservative Party politician serving as Minister of State for Health at the Department of Health and Social Care since September 2019.
- Edward Byers
Edward C. Byers Jr. (born 4 August 1979) is a retired United States Navy SEAL who received the Medal of Honor on 29 February 2016 for the rescue of a civilian in Afghanistan in 2012.
- Swayambhu
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Edward - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Krittika Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Edward is Krittika. The Nakshatra Krittika of the name Edward is connected to the deity Agni (God of Fire), and is ruled by the Sun. The symbol for Edward is Knife or Spear, and it is characterized by Energy, Power. This name is connected to the element Fire and embodies the Sharp, Fiery.| name | Krittika |
|---|---|
| Deity | Agni (God of Fire) |
| Ruling Planet | Sun |
| Symbol | Knife or Spear |
| Primary Quality | Energy, Power |
| Element | Fire |
| Nature | Sharp, Fiery |
Numerology of Edward
Numerology for Edward - Number 1 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Edward Numerology: Name Edward has a number value of 1 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 1 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 4 |
| Motivation Number | 6 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 1 |
| Inner Dream Number | 22 |
| Soul Urge Number | 6 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 6 |
| Personality Number | 22 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Edward
Syllables in Edward Name
How many syllables in baby name Edward? Edward has 2 syllables. The name "Edward" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Edward? | 2 (ed - ward) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 6 |
| Unique letters: | 5 (e, d, w, a, r) |
| Edward backwards: | drawde |
| Edward sorted alphabetically: | adderw |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | E-D-W-A-R-D |
| Pronunciation |
Name Edward is combinations of, 1 occurance of E, 2 occurances of D, 1 occurance of W, 1 occurance of A, 1 occurance of R.
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Birthday Wishes for Edward
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Edward
Edward's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Edward on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Edward! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Edward, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Edward! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Edward
What is the meaning of Edward?
Name Edward means One who is like a rich guard as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Edward Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Edward?
Name Edward has numerology 4 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Edward?
Numerology number of Edward is 4 (Vedic) and 1 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Edward?
The lucky number of name Edward is 4 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Edward name?
The name Edward has 6 letters. The name Edward consists of 1 word with 6 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Edward?
Name Edward belongs to Krittika nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Edward come from?
Edward is a English name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Edward?
The name Edward is of English origin and is used within Christianity communities.
What does Edward mean?
Name Edward means One who is like a rich guard as per The ParentZ
What does the name Edward mean?
Edward is of English origin and means One who is like a rich guard as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Edward?
Edward means One who is like a rich guard and is a English name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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What is the length of Edward name?
The name Edward consists of 6 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Edward! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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