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Edson vs Cai

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
Cai Rank #1,906

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 vs #1906 for Cai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Cai more popular?

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 compared to Cai at #1906 in the United States.

What do Edson and Cai mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Cai means "rejoice, delight" (Latin via Welsh origin).

Are Edson and Cai boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Cai is primarily a boy name.

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