Legacy vs Edison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Legacy

Boy #956 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"inheritance, bequest"

Origin: Latin

American African-American English

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Boy #828 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"son of Edie (son of Edward)"

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

American English

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Legacy Rank #956

Edison Rank #828

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 vs #956 for Legacy.

Is Legacy or Edison more popular?

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 compared to Legacy at #956 in the United States.

What do Legacy and Edison mean?

Legacy means "inheritance, bequest" (Latin origin). Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin).

Are Legacy and Edison boy or girl names?

Legacy is primarily a boy name. Edison is primarily a boy name.