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Edson vs Dave

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
Dave Rank #2,019

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 vs #2019 for Dave.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Dave more popular?

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 compared to Dave at #2019 in the United States.

What do Edson and Dave mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Dave means "uncle" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edson and Dave boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Dave is primarily a boy name.

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