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Edson vs Pharaoh

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
Pharaoh Rank #1,760

Pharaoh is more popular, ranked #1760 vs #1835 for Edson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Pharaoh more popular?

Pharaoh is more popular, ranked #1760 compared to Edson at #1835 in the United States.

What do Edson and Pharaoh mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Pharaoh means "great house" (Ancient Egyptian origin).

Are Edson and Pharaoh boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Pharaoh is primarily a boy name.

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