Edson vs Gerson

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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Mavrick Brighton Auden Ruger

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Gerson

Boy #1,837 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"expulsion, exile (one who wandered)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Christian Brazilian Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,837
Total SSA Count: 88
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edson Rank #1,835

Gerson Rank #1,837

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 vs #1837 for Gerson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Gerson more popular?

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 compared to Gerson at #1837 in the United States.

What do Edson and Gerson mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Gerson means "expulsion, exile (one who wandered)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edson and Gerson boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Gerson is primarily a boy name.

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