Pearson
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Form Of Piers From Peter.
- Origin
- Irish
Pearson Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,521 baby boys have been named Pearson. The name peaked in 2019 with 58 US births that year (rank #2352). In 2024, ranked #2774 nationally — 422 places below its 2019 peak.
Top States for Pearson
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Pearson births are: Texas (106), California (33), Georgia (27).
Other Irish-Origin Names Like Pearson
If you like Pearson's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →
7-Letter Names Starting with P
Names with Pearson's exact length and starting letter: Pacorro, Padgett, Padraic, Padraig, Padriac.
Quick Facts About Pearson
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pierson | Son Of Pierce | Male | English |
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Compare Pearson to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Pearson against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).