Emerson
Emerson first appears in US records in 1993. It peaked in 2025, when 2,241 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,241.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Emerson popular?
Near its peak Emerson is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 11,246 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 16,233 | |
| 2000s | 6,205 | |
| 1990s | 366 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Emerson mean?
An English surname, “son of Emery,” with Emery meaning “brave, powerful.”
Nicknames for Emerson
- Em
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Emerson mean?
Emerson means Son of Emery. An English surname, “son of Emery,” with Emery meaning “brave, powerful.”
What is the origin of the name Emerson?
Emerson is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Emerson?
Emerson is pronounced “EM-er-sun.”
Is Emerson a boy or a girl name?
Emerson is most commonly used as a unisex name.
Is Emerson a popular name right now?
Emerson is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Emerson?
In 2025, Emerson ranked #254 among boys’ and #122 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Emerson most popular?
Emerson was most popular in 2025, when about 2,241 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Emerson?
Common nicknames for Emerson include Em.
What names are similar to Emerson?
Names similar to Emerson include Everett, Emery, Ellis, Avery.
What names go well with Emerson?
English names that pair well with Emerson include Dorothy, Nancy, Edward, Joan, Mason.