Egon: Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

At a Glance

Meaning
Awe, sharp edge
Origin
Germanic
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
AY-gon

Egon is a Germanic boy's name meaning “awe, sharp edge”. It appears in 2 of our baby name lists.

Meaning & Origin of Egon

Meaning: Awe, sharp edge.

Origin: Germanic.

A common claim: Egon is said to mean 'edge of a sword.' Actually: The 'sword' detail isn't part of the name's documented history — it blends elements meaning 'awe' and 'sharp point/edge,' with no sword involved.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Egon

AY-gonIPA /ˈeːɡɔn/

Popularity of Egon

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