Wealthy guardian
Edu is a short form of Eduardo, the Spanish and Portuguese version of Edward. It is derived from the Old English name Eadweard, combining 'ead' (wealth, fortune) and 'weard' (guard). While traditionally a nickname, it is increasingly used as a standalone name in Europe.
Less common today
Edu isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,791 in 2004.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Brazilian footballer Eduardo Gonçalves de Oliveira
Spanish professional footballer
