Edson vs Craig

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

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Justus Antony Jareth Fredrick

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Craig

Boy #1,840 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rocky cliff, crag"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic (creag)

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh British American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,840
Total SSA Count: 88
Syllables: 1
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edson Rank #1,835

Craig Rank #1,840

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 vs #1840 for Craig.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Craig more popular?

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 compared to Craig at #1840 in the United States.

What do Edson and Craig mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Craig means "rocky cliff, crag" (Scottish Gaelic (creag) origin).

Are Edson and Craig boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Craig is primarily a boy name.

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