Eward is a unique and distinctive name of English origin. It is essentially a variant spelling of the more common Edward, which means "wealth" or "rich guard" in Old English. The name Eward has gained some popularity in recent years as parents seek out less conventional yet still classic names for their children. It is often associated with historical figures such as King Edward III of England and St. Edward the Confessor, further contributing to its timeless appeal.
The name Eward appears to have been moderately popular from the early 1900s to the late 1960s, with a peak of popularity around the mid-1950s and early 1960s. The most frequent year for the birth of someone named Eward was 1964, with 13 such births recorded. However, it seems that the name has not been particularly popular in more recent decades, with only sporadic occurrences since the late 1980s. In total, there were 293 babies named Eward between 1908 and 1990.