Boys name · Illinois
Edward in Illinois
Edward was the 196th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 60 babies named Edward that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 79,813 babies Edward.
Popularity over time
Edward in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 258 | 8th |
| 1926 | 1,478 | 9th |
| 1943 | 1,082 | 16th |
| 1959 | 1,033 | 26th |
| 1976 | 446 | 38th |
| 1992 | 269 | 63rd |
| 2009 | 130 | 131st |
| 2025 | 60 | 196th |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois fell from 8th in 1910 to 196th in 2025.
The most babies named Edward in Illinois in a single year was 1,725, in 1921. Its best showing was 4th among boys names in 1917.
Across the country, Edward reached its best rank of 2nd in Wisconsin (1911). See Edward in every state →
How popular is Edward in Illinois?
Edward was the 196th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 60 babies named Edward that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 79,813 babies Edward.
How many babies are named Edward in Illinois?
In 2025, 60 babies were named Edward in Illinois. The most babies named Edward in Illinois in a single year was 1,725, in 1921.
What is the rank of Edward in Illinois?
Edward ranked 196th among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was 4th among boys names in 1917.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.