Edoardo, derived from the German name Adalhard, means "noble and strong". It is of Germanic origin and was introduced to Italy through the Lombards, who ruled there in the Middle Ages. The name is composed of two elements: 'adal', meaning noble, and 'hardu', which signifies strong. Edoardo reached peak popularity during the 20th century in countries like Italy, Spain, and Portugal, but it has also been used in other parts of Europe and beyond. It is often associated with historical figures such as King Edward III of England and the Italian philosopher and statesman Edmund de Amicis. Today, Edoardo remains a popular choice for parents seeking a traditional yet distinctive name for their child.
The name Edoardo has seen fluctuating popularity over the past four decades, with no clear peak trend but notable spikes in recent years. The highest birth years were 2006 and 2015, each with 14 births, indicating a brief surge in popularity during those periods. However, the majority of years show between 5 to 9 births annually, suggesting consistent yet modest usage for this name throughout most of its recorded history.