Edra

At a Glance

Gender

Primarily used for girls

Pronunciation

ED-ruhListen

Edra has a short, distinctive sound that sets it apart from more common names. You may run across a claim that it's Welsh for 'fiery leader, rich and powerful,' but that particular gloss doesn't hold up — it looks like an invented etymology rather than something documented, so it's best not to rely on it. If Edra appeals to you, it's likely the sound of the name itself doing the work.

Meaning & Origin of Edra

A common claim: A baby-name listicle claims Edra is Welsh for 'fiery leader, rich and powerful' Actually: This gloss could not be verified against any independent source and appears to be an unsupported/invented etymology common to baby-name listicles.

How to Pronounce Edra

Popularity of Edra

Edra's high point was 1905, when 21 baby girls received the name, putting it at #803 that year. By 1988, the last year it appears in the data, just 6 babies were named Edra, and it had fallen to #10740.

Names Like Edra

These names have followed a similar path to Edra in U.S. popularity over the years.

• Starling
• Theadore
• Lima
• Olimpia
• Rozella
• Ivery

FAQ

What does the name Edra mean?

A baby-name listicle claims Edra is Welsh for ‘fiery leader, rich and powerful’ This gloss could not be verified against any independent source and appears to be an unsupported/invented etymology common to baby-name listicles.

How do you pronounce Edra?

Edra is pronounced ED-ruh (IPA: /ˈɛdrə/).

Is Edra a popular name right now?

Edra peaked at #803 in 1905 and is ranked #10740 as of 1988. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1901–1988.)

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