Edward vs Dawson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #139 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of David"

Origin: English

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Edward Rank #228

Dawson Rank #139

Dawson is more popular, ranked #139 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Edward or Dawson more popular?

Dawson is more popular, ranked #139 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Dawson mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Dawson means "son of David" (English origin).

Are Edward and Dawson boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Dawson is primarily a boy name.