Edison
Meaning of Edison
Edison (pronounced ED-uh-suhn) began as an English patronymic meaning “son of Edward,” with Edward’s Old English root ēad gifting the notions of “prosperity” and “good fortune.” Over time the surname stepped onto the world stage, forever haloed by Thomas Alva Edison, the wizard who coaxed light from a humble filament. Today, the name carries that same inventive spark—choosing Edison is like hanging a gleaming lantern over a Tuscan doorway, inviting curiosity and bright ideas to wander in. Its American popularity has risen gently but persistently for more than a century, proving that steady brilliance outshines fleeting fashion. Edison wraps old-world heritage, modern ingenuity, and a wink of Mediterranean warmth into one compact package, promising a life lit by possibility.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as ED-uh-suhn (/ˈɛdəsən/)
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Notable People Named Edison
| Edison Chen is a Canadian-born Hong Kong entertainer known for starring in "Infernal Affairs" and "Initial D," who resumed his career after a hiatus. |
| Edison Machado - Edison dos Santos Machado was a self-taught Brazilian drummer who pioneered samba no prato and co-founded bossa nova, yet his name remains largely forgotten despite his profound influence. |
| Edison Ernesto Barrios Castillo is a Venezuelan professional baseball pitcher currently a free agent, having previously played for the Pittsburgh Pirates, Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, and Yokohama DeNA BayStars. |
| Edison Mclean - Edison McLean is a male skeet shooter from the Cayman Islands. |
