Myron vs Edson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Myron

Boy #1,695 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"myrrh, fragrant oil"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American Eastern European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,695
Total SSA Count
99
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Myron Rank #1,695
Edson Rank #1,835

Myron is more popular, ranked #1695 vs #1835 for Edson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Myron or Edson more popular?

Myron is more popular, ranked #1695 compared to Edson at #1835 in the United States.

What do Myron and Edson mean?

Myron means "myrrh, fragrant oil" (Greek origin). Edson means "son of Ed, son of the wealthy guardian" (Old English (patronymic) origin).

Are Myron and Edson boy or girl names?

Myron is primarily a boy name. Edson is primarily a boy name.

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