Emory vs Edison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emory

Boy #886 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"power, strength, ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #828 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of Edie (son of Edward)"

Origin: Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard)

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Emory Rank #886

Edison Rank #828

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 vs #886 for Emory.

Is Emory or Edison more popular?

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 compared to Emory at #886 in the United States.

What do Emory and Edison mean?

Emory means "power, strength, ruler" (Germanic origin). Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin).

Are Emory and Edison boy or girl names?

Emory is primarily a boy name. Edison is primarily a boy name.