Allan vs Edison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allan

Boy #854 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rock, harmony"

Origin: Celtic/Brythonic

Scottish English French American

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Boy #828 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of Edie (son of Edward)"

Origin: Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard)

American English

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Allan Rank #854

Edison Rank #828

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 vs #854 for Allan.

Is Allan or Edison more popular?

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 compared to Allan at #854 in the United States.

What do Allan and Edison mean?

Allan means "rock, harmony" (Celtic/Brythonic origin). Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin).

Are Allan and Edison boy or girl names?

Allan is primarily a boy name. Edison is primarily a boy name.