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Edison vs Heath

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
Heath Rank #852

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 vs #852 for Heath.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edison or Heath more popular?

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 compared to Heath at #852 in the United States.

What do Edison and Heath mean?

Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin). Heath means "heathland, open moorland" (Old English origin).

Are Edison and Heath boy or girl names?

Edison is primarily a boy name. Heath is primarily a boy name.

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