Edison
Edison is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Eda or son of Edward.
Origin and history
Edison is an English surname turned given name meaning 'son of Eda' or 'son of Edward'. Historically associated with the famous American inventor Thomas Edison, it has grown in popularity as an independent male name in the United States. In recent years, it has seen steady usage among parents drawn to surname-names and scientific connections.
Popularity in the United States
12,522 babies in the United States have been named Edison since 1880. It ranks #1056 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #701.
States where it is most popular
- CA (14.1 %)
- NY (13.6 %)
- TX (7.1 %)
- NC (5.4 %)
- FL (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 63 |
| 1900-1910 | 99 |
| 1910-1920 | 649 |
| 1920-1930 | 771 |
| 1930-1940 | 502 |
| 1940-1950 | 470 |
| 1950-1960 | 543 |
| 1960-1970 | 434 |
| 1970-1980 | 337 |
| 1980-1990 | 421 |
| 1990-2000 | 610 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,555 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,936 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,132 |
Famous people named Edison
- Edison Arantes do Nascimento: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Edison Cavani: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Edison Chen: Actor, Singer
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ned
Fun facts
- Edison originally developed as an English patronymic surname indicating descent from someone named Eda, Edie, or Edward.
- Its prominence in modern culture is largely influenced by the legacy of American inventor Thomas Edison.