Boy Name · English Origin
Edson
Edson is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "Son of strength". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Edson often also consider Edison.
Edson meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Son of strength
Origin: English naming roots help connect Edson to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Edson as E·D·S·O·N, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Edson is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Edson variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Edsona, Edsone, Edsony, Edso.
- Nicknames: Eds and E.
- Middle names: Pair Edson with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Edson middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Edison, Edmon, Edgar, Edsel, Edgard — full picks on the sibling names for Edson guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Edson? Browse our names like Edson guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Edson
What does the name Edson mean?
Edson means "Son of strength" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Edson?
Edson originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Edson?
Edson has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Edson a boy's or girl's name?
Edson is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Edson in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Edson sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Edson?
Names that share Edson's sound and style include Edison, Edmon, Edgar, Edsel, Edgard.
What middle names pair well with Edson?
Good middle-name fits for Edson pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Edson is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Edson is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Edson?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Edson share its rhythm without rhyming — Edison, Edmon, Edgar all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.