Holding steady.
Popularity of Eduarda since 1912
Babies named Eduarda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 15 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 10 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 93 |
| 2010s | 28 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Eduarda, the Portuguese feminine form of Edward, has a steady but modest presence in the United States since its first recorded use in 1912. Its peak year was 2006, and it has remained stable in usage since then, reflecting a consistent niche appeal among families with Portuguese or Brazilian heritage. The name is borne by about 1 in every million baby girls in recent years, a figure that places it outside the top 1000 but within a recognizable range for those seeking a distinctive yet grounded choice. Geographically, its top states include Massachusetts, California, and Florida, where Portuguese-speaking communities are most concentrated.
Eduarda is the Portuguese feminine form of Eduardo, which derives from the Old English name Ēadweard, composed of elements ēad 'wealth, fortune' and weard 'guard'. The name was introduced to the Iberian Peninsula through medieval nobility and has been used in Portugal and Brazil since the 19th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Duda, Eda, Edu, Duda
Variants: Eduardina, Duda
Sibling names for Eduarda
Names that share Eduarda's style, for a brother or sister.
