Charlotte 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
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Eddy

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Edison Rank #828

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #828 for Edison.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Edison ___

  • Edison James
  • Edison Cole
  • Edison Lane
  • Edison Gray
  • Edison Lee
  • Edison Paul

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Edison

Darwin Ada Rosalind Archer Miles

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Edison more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Edison at #828 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Edison mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Edison means "son of Edie (son of Edward)" (Old English ead (wealth) + weard (guard) origin).

Are Charlotte and Edison boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Edison is primarily a boy name.

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