| Meaning | son of Edward, wealthy guardian |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ed-son |
About Edson
A name that carries a quiet sophistication, Edson presents itself with understated elegance. This distinctive choice offers parents a way to honor tradition while selecting something refreshingly uncommon. The name flows smoothly in conversation and pairs well with a variety of middle names and surnames. Edson has graced notable figures throughout history, from accomplished athletes to innovative thinkers, suggesting a legacy of achievement and determination. Boys named Edson often grow into the name's balanced energy—neither too bold nor too retiring. It works beautifully across different cultural contexts and geographic locations, making it ideal for families with international connections or those who simply appreciate names that transcend borders. The "Ed" nickname provides a friendly, accessible option for childhood, while the full name maintains professional gravitas for adulthood.
Nicknames for Edson
| Ed |
| Eddie |
| Son |
Famous People Named Edson
| Edson Arantes do Nascimento | Pele - Brazilian football legend |
| Edson Buddle | American professional soccer player |
| Edson Celulari | Brazilian actor |
| Edson Cholbi Nascimento | Edinho - Brazilian former footballer and son of Pele |
| Edson Cordeiro | Brazilian singer |
| Edson Décimo Alves Araújo | Edilson - Brazilian footballer |
| Edson Décimo Alves Araújo Júnior | Edilson Júnior - Brazilian footballer and son of Edilson |
| Edson dos Santos | Edinho - Brazilian footballer |
| Edson Khagga | Tanzanian politician and lawyer |
| Edson Mwasabwite | Tanzanian gospel singer |
| Edson Puch | Chilean footballer |
| Edson Rolando Rivas | Salvadoran footballer |
| Edson Seidou | Togolese footballer |
| Edson Shirihai | British ornithologist and author |
| Edson Tavares | Brazilian footballer |
| Edson Tenório | Brazilian poet |
| Edson Williams | Visual effects supervisor |
| Edson Zwaricz | Brazilian composer |
| Edson Zuandam | Equatorial Guinean footballer |
| Edson Álvarez | Mexican footballer |
Characters Named Edson
| Edson Grayson | Character from a mystery novel series |
| Edson Turner | Protagonist in a coming-of-age fiction book |
| Edson Drake | Space adventurer in a sci-fi series |
| Edson Rivers | Detective in a crime thriller |
| Edson Anderson | Wizard in a fantasy novel |
| Edson Collins | Spy in a suspenseful action novel |
| Edson Hawthorne | Time traveler in a speculative fiction story |
| Edson Knightley | Romantic lead in a drama novel |
| Edson Morgan | Superhero in a graphic novel series |
| Edson Brooks | Pirate captain in an adventure tale |
| Edson Blackwood | Vampire character in a paranormal romance |
| Edson Reed | Historical figure in a historical fiction novel |
| Edson Winslow | Ghost protagonist in a supernatural mystery |
| Edson Steel | Steampunk inventor in a speculative fiction story |
| Edson Gallagher | Musician character in a contemporary fiction book |
| Edson Sinclair | Detective in a noir-style crime novel |
| Edson Brighton | Werewolf character in a fantasy series |
| Edson Mercer | Artificial intelligence in a sci-fi story |
| Edson Fletcher | Archaeologist in an action-adventure novel |
| Edson Hartley | Prince in a fairy tale retelling |