📖 About Edson
Edson is a Brazilian adaptation of Edison, made iconic by Pelé (Edson Arantes do Nascimento). It ranked 17th in Brazil in the 1970s with 90,000 births — a name inseparable from the greatest footballer in history.
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⭐ Famous People
- Pelé (Edson Arantes do Nascimento) — Brazilian footballer (1940-2022) widely regarded as the greatest player in history, three-time World Cup winner whose given name Edson inspired millions of Brazilian parents
- Edson Cholbi Nascimento (Edinho) — Brazilian former goalkeeper and son of Pelé who played professional football and later coached Santos FC's youth teams
- Edson Buddle — American soccer player who scored over 100 MLS goals, representing the name's reach beyond Brazil into broader football culture