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Fidel vs Edson

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

Fidel Rank #1,950
Edson Rank #1,835

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 vs #1950 for Fidel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fidel or Edson more popular?

Edson is more popular, ranked #1835 compared to Fidel at #1950 in the United States.

What do Fidel and Edson mean?

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

Are Fidel and Edson boy or girl names?

Fidel is primarily a boy name. Edson is primarily a boy name.

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