Westley 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

Popularity Comparison

Westley Rank #656
Edison Rank #828

Westley is more popular, ranked #656 vs #828 for Edison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Westley or Edison more popular?

Westley is more popular, ranked #656 compared to Edison at #828 in the United States.

What do Westley and Edison mean?

Westley means "western clearing" (Old English origin). Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin).

Are Westley and Edison boy or girl names?

Westley is primarily a boy name. Edison is primarily a boy name.

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