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Edison vs Elisha

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

Edison Rank #828
Elisha Rank #851

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 vs #851 for Elisha.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edison or Elisha more popular?

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 compared to Elisha at #851 in the United States.

What do Edison and Elisha mean?

Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin). Elisha means "my God is salvation" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edison and Elisha boy or girl names?

Edison is primarily a boy name. Elisha is primarily a boy name.

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