Edson vs Deegan

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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Deegan

Boy #1,678 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"descendant of the black-haired one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,678
Total SSA Count: 100
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Edson Rank #1,835

Deegan Rank #1,678

Deegan is more popular, ranked #1678 vs #1835 for Edson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Deegan more popular?

Deegan is more popular, ranked #1678 compared to Edson at #1835 in the United States.

What do Edson and Deegan mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Deegan means "descendant of the black-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Edson and Deegan boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Deegan is primarily a boy name.

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