Edson vs Theoden

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

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Evian Merritt Ryett Garrison

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Theoden

Boy #1,860 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"king, lord of the people"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Fantasy

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #1,860
Total SSA Count: 87
Syllables: 3
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Braylin Ellison Rowyn Bohdi

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Popularity Comparison

Edson Rank #1,835

Theoden Rank #1,860

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 vs #1860 for Theoden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Theoden more popular?

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 compared to Theoden at #1860 in the United States.

What do Edson and Theoden mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Theoden means "king, lord of the people" (Old English origin).

Are Edson and Theoden boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Theoden is primarily a boy name.

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