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Chad vs Edson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edson

Boy #1,835 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English (patronymic)

Cultural Roots

English Brazilian Portuguese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,835
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Chad Rank #1,812
Edson Rank #1,835

Chad is more popular, ranked #1812 vs #1835 for Edson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chad or Edson more popular?

Chad is more popular, ranked #1812 compared to Edson at #1835 in the United States.

What do Chad and Edson mean?

Chad means "warrior, battle" (Old English/Brythonic origin). Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin).

Are Chad and Edson boy or girl names?

Chad is primarily a boy name. Edson is primarily a boy name.

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