Ed, of Anglo-Saxon origin, is a popular short form of Edward, meaning 'wealthy guard'. It's composed of two elements: 'ead', which means 'prosperity' or 'riches', and 'weard', translating to 'guardian' or 'warden'. Throughout history, Ed has been used independently as a given name. It gained prominence in the Middle Ages when it was borne by several English kings, notably Edward the Confessor. Today, Ed remains a widely recognized and cherished first name.
"Ed was a popular name choice for boys born between 1892 and 1932, with the highest number of births occurring in 1922 (14) and the lowest in 1892 and 1932 (both 5). The total number of babies named Ed during this period was 165."