Maurice vs Edison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maurice

Boy #932 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"dark-skinned, Moorish"

Origin: Latin

French English American

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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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Maurice Rank #932

Edison Rank #828

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 vs #932 for Maurice.

Is Maurice or Edison more popular?

Edison is more popular, ranked #828 compared to Maurice at #932 in the United States.

What do Maurice and Edison mean?

Maurice means "dark-skinned, Moorish" (Latin origin). Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin).

Are Maurice and Edison boy or girl names?

Maurice is primarily a boy name. Edison is primarily a boy name.