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Peyton vs Edison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edison

Boy #828 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Edie (son of Edward)"

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

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#828
Total SSA Count
300
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Peyton Rank #659
Edison Rank #828

Peyton is more popular, ranked #659 vs #828 for Edison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peyton or Edison more popular?

Peyton is more popular, ranked #659 compared to Edison at #828 in the United States.

What do Peyton and Edison mean?

Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin). Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin).

Are Peyton and Edison boy or girl names?

Peyton is primarily a boy name. Edison is primarily a boy name.

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