Name:
Edvard
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
Danish, English, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish
Meaning:
Edvard is a Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, and Finnish variant of Edward. Edward originates in Old English and means "wealthy guard". It has been one of the most popular masculine given names over centuries and in different spellings all over the world. Popular with aristocracy, it was borne by several kings of England. Lately, its popularity in the United States has declined.
Pronunciation:
ED-vard
The Five Elements:
Earth
Famous Edvard:
Edvard Grieg : composer
Edvard Hambro : politician