Pearson
pe(ar)-son
US Popularity:6006
Origin:British
Meaning:Rock
Another timeless last name turned trendy first name, Pearson is an English moniker that comes from the Latin Peter or the Greek Piers and means “rock.” This dapper boy’s name blends cool kid vibes with casual sophistication and implies the wearer is down-to-earth. Pearson is a well-established surname around the world, which you may recognize from the likes of Canadian ice hockey player Tanner Pearson or American football player Drew Pearson, among others. Pearson is a stylish option that may inspire respect and help baby establish themselves.
How Popular Is The Name Pearson?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Pearson is currently #3737 on The Bump
Boy:Pearson is currently #2088 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Pearson is currently #6006 in U.S. births
Boy:Pearson is currently #3030 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#3030
in 2023
- 132
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 497, 498
Ancestry, Pearson Family History
House of Names, Pearson History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
SurnameDB, Last name: Pearson
Behind the Name, Pearson, October 2012
Behind the Name, Pierson, November 2019
Hamariweb, Pearson Name Meaning
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