Edson
boy name#1728 in 2025Edson entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #631 in 1887, ranks #1728 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1728
rank today
#631
peak (1887)
94
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #793 |
| 1890s | #921 |
| 1900s | #1083 |
| 1910s | #1116 |
| 1920s | #1352 |
| 1930s | #1492 |
| 1940s | #1610 |
| 1950s | #2148 |
| 1960s | #2412 |
| 1970s | #2661 |
| 1980s | #2072 |
| 1990s | #1572 |
| 2000s | #1546 |
| 2010s | #1989 |
| 2020s | #1698 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Edson has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 3,600 people named Edson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Edson alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Edson in 2025?
- Edson ranks #1728 among US boy names in 2025, with 94 babies given the name.
- When was the name Edson most popular?
- Edson peaked in 1887, reaching #631 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Edson with classmates?
- Edson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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