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Edson vs Truman

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
Truman Rank #1,810

Truman is more popular, ranked #1810 vs #1835 for Edson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edson or Truman more popular?

Truman is more popular, ranked #1810 compared to Edson at #1835 in the United States.

What do Edson and Truman mean?

Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin). Truman means "faithful man, loyal man" (Old English origin).

Are Edson and Truman boy or girl names?

Edson is primarily a boy name. Truman is primarily a boy name.

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