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Edson vs Addison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edson

Boy #1,835 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English (patronymic)

Cultural Roots

English Brazilian Portuguese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,835
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edson Rank #1,835
Addison Rank #1,937

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 vs #1937 for Addison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Addison more popular?

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 compared to Addison at #1937 in the United States.

What do Edson and Addison mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin).

Are Edson and Addison boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Addison is primarily a boy name.

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