US Popularity Rank: 1120

Origin: German

Meaning: Spear tribe

Perhaps most famous as the surname of Oscar-winning actor Heath Ledger, this British name is also a striking first name for boys. With the meaning of "spear tribe," it's sure to hit the mark for anyone who loves names with a storybook feel. Ledger can be traced back to the Old German name Leodegar. It's made up of the terms liut, meaning "tribe," and gar or ger, which means "spear.”