Edson
Edson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Edson
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Ed + -son; originally given to the son of a man named Ed.
How popular is Edson?
Since 1880, 4,692 boys in the U.S. have been named Edson. Its highest rank for boys was #645 in 1887. In 2025, 94 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Edson FAQ
What does the name Edson mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. From Ed + -son; originally given to the son of a man named Ed.
What is the origin of the name Edson?
Edson is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Edson?
Since 1880, 4,692 boys in the U.S. have been named Edson. Its highest rank for boys was #645 in 1887. In 2025, 94 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Edson a boy or girl name?
Edson is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 4,692 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.