Edward vs Grayson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish French Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #228
Total SSA Count: 1,584
Syllables: 2
Formality: Formal

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Grayson Nathaniel Malachi Antonio

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Grayson

Boy #48 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"From the English surname 'son of the grieve (estate overseer)' or 'son of Gray'; a surname used as a modern first name"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #48
Total SSA Count: 6,211
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Edward Rank #228

Grayson Rank #48

Grayson is more popular, ranked #48 vs #228 for Edward.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edward or Grayson more popular?

Grayson is more popular, ranked #48 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Grayson mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Grayson means "From the English surname 'son of the grieve (estate overseer)' or 'son of Gray'; a surname used as a modern first name" (English origin).

Are Edward and Grayson boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Grayson is primarily a boy name.

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