Edgar Whitt

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Edgar Whitt — Latin
120K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Edgar Whitt is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Edgar is a masculine given name of Latin origin. Edgar is a commonly used masculine English given name, from an Anglo-Saxon name Edgar (composed of ead "rich, prosperous" and gar "spear"). Like most Anglo-Saxon names, it fell out of use by the Late Middle Ages; it was, however, revived in the 18th century, and was popularised by its use for a character in Sir Walter Scott's The Bride of Lammermoor (1819). The name was more common in the United States than elsewhere in the Anglosphere during the 19th century. It has been a particularly fashionable name in Latin American countries since the 20th century. The surname Whitt: Brandon Whitt (born 1982), American racing driver Cole Whitt (born 1991), American racing driver Don Whitt (1930–2013), American golfer Ernie Whitt (born 1952), American baseball player Jack Whitt (born 1990), American pole vaulter Joe Whitt Jr. (born 1978), American football coach Rusty Whitt (born 1971), American strength and conditioning coach Ward Whitt (born 1942), American professor W. B. Whitt (1867–1926), American businessman and politician All pages with titles containing Whitt Edgar is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 120K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Edgar reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Edgar

Latin

Edgar is a commonly used masculine English given name, from an Anglo-Saxon name Edgar (composed of ead "rich, prosperous" and gar "spear"). Like most Anglo-Saxon names, it fell out of use by the Late Middle Ages; it was, however, revived in the 18th century, and was popularised by its use for a character in Sir Walter Scott's The Bride of Lammermoor (1819). The name was more common in the United States than elsewhere in the Anglosphere during the 19th century. It has been a particularly fashionable name in Latin American countries since the 20th century.

Surname: Whitt

English

Brandon Whitt (born 1982), American racing driver Cole Whitt (born 1991), American racing driver Don Whitt (1930–2013), American golfer Ernie Whitt (born 1952), American baseball player Jack Whitt (born 1990), American pole vaulter Joe Whitt Jr. (born 1978), American football coach Rusty Whitt (born 1971), American strength and conditioning coach Ward Whitt (born 1942), American professor W. B. Whitt (1867–1926), American businessman and politician All pages with titles containing Whitt

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Edgar is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Edgar by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Edgar Whitt

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Edgar Whitt:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Edgar?
The first name Edgar originates from Latin. Edgar is a commonly used masculine English given name, from an Anglo-Saxon name Edgar (composed of ead "rich, prosperous" and gar "spear"). Like most Anglo-Saxon names, it fell out of use by the Late Middle Ages; it was, however, revived in the 18th century, and was popularised by its use for a character in Sir Walter Scott's The Bride of Lammermoor (1819). The name was more common in the United States than elsewhere in the Anglosphere during the 19th century. It has been a particularly fashionable name in Latin American countries since the 20th century.
When was Edgar most popular?
The name Edgar reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Whitt?
The surname Whitt originates from English. Brandon Whitt (born 1982), American racing driver Cole Whitt (born 1991), American racing driver Don Whitt (1930–2013), American golfer Ernie Whitt (born 1952), American baseball player Jack Whitt (born 1990), American pole vaulter Joe Whitt Jr. (born 1978), American football coach Rusty Whitt (born 1971), American strength and conditioning coach Ward Whitt (born 1942), American professor W. B. Whitt (1867–1926), American businessman and politician All pages with titles containing Whitt
What are the origins of the name Edgar Whitt?
The name Edgar Whitt combines two different traditions: the first name Edgar has Latin roots, while the surname Whitt originates from English.
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