TheNameDBEdsel
MasculineMeaning
A name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Old English elements meaning 'wealth' or 'noble'.
Etymology
Edsel may derive from Old English 'ead' (wealth) combined with 'sel' or a similar element, though the exact etymology is unclear. The name gained prominence in the 20th century through commercial use rather than traditional naming conventions.
About the Name Edsel
Edsel is primarily known as the name of Edsel Ford, son of Henry Ford, and the ill-fated Edsel automobile brand of the 1950s. The name has Old English roots but remains relatively uncommon in modern usage.