Edison vs Salem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edison

Boy #828 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of Edie (son of Edward)"

Origin: Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard)

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Boy #635 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"peace, complete"

Origin: Hebrew

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Edison Rank #828

Salem Rank #635

Salem is more popular, ranked #635 vs #828 for Edison.

Is Edison or Salem more popular?

Salem is more popular, ranked #635 compared to Edison at #828 in the United States.

What do Edison and Salem mean?

Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin). Salem means "peace, complete" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edison and Salem boy or girl names?

Edison is primarily a boy name. Salem is primarily a boy name.