Son of Edward; wealthy guardian's son
A patronymic surname-turned-given name, Edinson literally translates to 'son of Edin' or 'son of Edward.' It combines the Old English elements 'ead,' meaning wealth or fortune, and 'weard,' meaning guardian. While rare in the United States, it has gained international recognition through prominent South American athletes.
About 6 boys were named Edinson in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Uruguayan professional soccer striker
Dominican professional baseball pitcher
