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Edson vs Marlin

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
Marlin Rank #1,945

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 vs #1945 for Marlin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Marlin more popular?

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 compared to Marlin at #1945 in the United States.

What do Edson and Marlin mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Marlin means "little hawk" (Germanic origin).

Are Edson and Marlin boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Marlin is primarily a boy name.

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