Boy

Edson

son of Edward, wealthy guardian

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.

Popularity of the Name Edson

Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names in the United States, by year.

1 250 500 750 1000 1880 1885 1890 1895 1900 1905 1910 1915 #924
Popularity of the Name Edson
1880#846
1881#725
1882#973
1883#692
1887#645
1888#841
1891#872
1892#702
1896#841
1904#906
1917#924

Variations of Name Edson

Names Similar to Edson

Nicknames for Edson

  • Ed
  • Eddie
  • Son
Edson

Famous People Named Edson

Edson Arantes do NascimentoPele - Brazilian football legend
Edson BuddleAmerican professional soccer player
Edson CelulariBrazilian actor
Edson Cholbi NascimentoEdinho - Brazilian former footballer and son of Pele
Edson CordeiroBrazilian singer
Edson Décimo Alves AraújoEdilson - Brazilian footballer
Edson Décimo Alves Araújo JúniorEdilson Júnior - Brazilian footballer and son of Edilson
Edson dos SantosEdinho - Brazilian footballer
Edson KhaggaTanzanian politician and lawyer
Edson MwasabwiteTanzanian gospel singer
Edson PuchChilean footballer
Edson Rolando RivasSalvadoran footballer
Edson SeidouTogolese footballer
Edson ShirihaiBritish ornithologist and author
Edson TavaresBrazilian footballer
Edson TenórioBrazilian poet
Edson WilliamsVisual effects supervisor
Edson ZwariczBrazilian composer
Edson ZuandamEquatorial Guinean footballer
Edson ÁlvarezMexican footballer

Characters Named Edson

Edson GraysonCharacter from a mystery novel series
Edson TurnerProtagonist in a coming-of-age fiction book
Edson DrakeSpace adventurer in a sci-fi series
Edson RiversDetective in a crime thriller
Edson AndersonWizard in a fantasy novel
Edson CollinsSpy in a suspenseful action novel
Edson HawthorneTime traveler in a speculative fiction story
Edson KnightleyRomantic lead in a drama novel
Edson MorganSuperhero in a graphic novel series
Edson BrooksPirate captain in an adventure tale
Edson BlackwoodVampire character in a paranormal romance
Edson ReedHistorical figure in a historical fiction novel
Edson WinslowGhost protagonist in a supernatural mystery
Edson SteelSteampunk inventor in a speculative fiction story
Edson GallagherMusician character in a contemporary fiction book
Edson SinclairDetective in a noir-style crime novel
Edson BrightonWerewolf character in a fantasy series
Edson MercerArtificial intelligence in a sci-fi story
Edson FletcherArchaeologist in an action-adventure novel
Edson HartleyPrince in a fairy tale retelling

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