Edmar

Edmar is considered a newer form of the name Otmar. This masculine first name carries the meanings 'the one known for his wealth' as well as 'the esteemed heir'.

What does the name Edmar mean?

Edmar is considered a younger variant of Otmar. The name literally means 'the one known for his wealth' and 'the esteemed heir'. Its origin can be traced back to the Old High German components ot, meaning 'possession', 'inheritance', 'heir', or 'wealth', and mari, which means 'famous', 'respected', 'known', or 'great'. There are various variants such as Othmar, Ademar, Audamar, and Ademaro. The feminine form of the name is Otmara.

Where does the name Edmar come from?

The name Edmar has its roots in Old High German and means 'the one known for his wealth'.

How do you pronounce Edmar?

The pronunciation of Edmar is two syllables as 'Ed-mar' [ˈɛt.maʁ]. The first syllable is pronounced short and crisp, while the second syllable unfolds with an open 'a', giving it more sound and warmth. The following 'r' sounds softly. Edmar conveys a down-to-earth and clear impression - simple in structure, with a stable, calm, and slightly serious aura.

When is the name day of Edmar?

Edmar celebrates his name day on September 9 and November 16.

Popularity

In Germany, Edmar is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd among the most common male first names. In the last ten years, it has been chosen as a first name less than 10 times, placing it 9,638th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it stands at 10,904th. For the global popularity and frequency of Edmar, you can check the rankings in the name charts of various countries.