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Edison vs Quentin

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
Quentin Rank #789

Quentin is more popular, ranked #789 vs #828 for Edison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edison or Quentin more popular?

Quentin is more popular, ranked #789 compared to Edison at #828 in the United States.

What do Edison and Quentin mean?

Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin). Quentin means "fifth, born fifth" (Latin origin).

Are Edison and Quentin boy or girl names?

Edison is primarily a boy name. Quentin is primarily a boy name.

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