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Campbell vs Edison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edison

Boy #828 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Edie (son of Edward)"

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

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#828
Total SSA Count
300
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Campbell Rank #924
Edison Rank #828

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 vs #924 for Campbell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Campbell or Edison more popular?

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 compared to Campbell at #924 in the United States.

What do Campbell and Edison mean?

Campbell means "crooked mouth, wry-mouthed" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin).

Are Campbell and Edison boy or girl names?

Campbell is primarily a boy name. Edison is primarily a boy name.

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