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Edgar vs Jayson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edgar

Boy #460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich spear, lucky warrior"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#460
Total SSA Count
679
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edgar Rank #460
Jayson Rank #623

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 vs #623 for Jayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edgar or Jayson more popular?

Edgar is more popular, ranked #460 compared to Jayson at #623 in the United States.

What do Edgar and Jayson mean?

Edgar means "rich spear, lucky warrior" (Old English origin). Jayson means "to heal (from iasthai)" (Greek origin).

Are Edgar and Jayson boy or girl names?

Edgar is primarily a boy name. Jayson is primarily a boy name.

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