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Edson vs Austen

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
Austen Rank #1,986

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 vs #1986 for Austen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Austen more popular?

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 compared to Austen at #1986 in the United States.

What do Edson and Austen mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Austen means "majestic, venerable" (Latin Augustus origin).

Are Edson and Austen boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Austen is primarily a boy name.

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