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Edison vs Teddy

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
Teddy Rank #898

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 vs #898 for Teddy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edison or Teddy more popular?

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 compared to Teddy at #898 in the United States.

What do Edison and Teddy mean?

Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin). Teddy means "gift of God" (Greek origin).

Are Edison and Teddy boy or girl names?

Edison is primarily a boy name. Teddy is primarily a boy name.

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