Holding steady.
Popularity of Edye since 1956
Babies named Edye per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 54 |
| 1960s | 91 |
| 1970s | 22 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Edye is a rare English name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1956, with its highest recorded usage occurring in 1959. Since then, it has remained consistently uncommon, never ranking among the top 1000 names and stabilizing at very low usage levels through 2025. The name is a variant spelling of Edie, itself a diminutive of the Old English name Edith. Though Edye has no recorded top states or notable bearers, its simple, vintage charm appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name. With no state-specific strongholds, it remains a scattered choice across the country, used by only a handful of families each year.
Edye is a modern spelling variant of Edie, which originated as a pet form of Edith. Edith itself derives from the Old English elements 'ēad' (wealth, fortune, prosperity) and 'gūþ' (battle, war), giving the name a literal meaning of 'prosperous in war.' While Edye has been used as a given name since the mid-20th century, it has rarely appeared in U.S. birth records, reflecting its status as an uncommon choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Edie, Dee
Sibling names for Edye
Names that share Edye's style, for a brother or sister.
