Meaning of Edward. German name. In German, the name Edward means-Strong as a boar.. Other origins for the name Edward include-German, English, English.The name Edward is most often used as a boy name or male name.German Name Meaning-Strong as a boar.eaning of Edward. German name. In German, the name Edward means-Strong as a boar.. Other origins for the name Edward include-German, English, English.The name Edward is most often used as a boy name or male name.