Emerson Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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A Deep Dive

Emerson Overview

Meaning

Son of Emery, powerful

Gender

Girl, Gender-neutral

Origin

German, Old English

Etymology

Derived from the Old English surname meaning “son of Emery,” with Emery originating from the Germanic name Emmerich, meaning “universal ruler.”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈɛm.ər.sən/

Popularity

Emerson has gained popularity in the USA, especially for girls, while remaining a unisex name. In 2023, Emerson ranked #155 for girls and #277 for boys in the USA.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

7 letters

Numerology

8 (Practical, Ambitious, Materialistic)

Name Styles

Modern, Cool, Aesthetic

Associated Traits

Intellectual, independent, creative

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

The name carries cultural significance due to the legacy of Ralph Waldo Emerson, the American essayist and poet.
A Deep Dive

Emerson Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Emersyn, Emmerson, Emeric, Emery, Emson, Edison

Common Nicknames

Sonny, Emer, Emmo, Mercy

Diminutives

Em, Emmy, Emer

Famous People

  • Ralph Waldo Emerson
    (American Philosopher and Poet)
  • Emerson Fittipaldi
    (Brazilian Racing Driver)
  • Emerson Boozer
    (American Football Player)
  • Emerson Palmieri
    (Brazilian-Italian Footballer)
  • Emerson Hart
    (American Musician)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Emerson Cod
    ("Pushing Daisies," TV Series)
  • "Emerson's Enigma"
    (Novel)
  • Emerson
    ("Emerson," Album)
  • Emerson Watts
    ("Airhead," Novel by Meg Cabot)
  • Emerson Kent
    ("The Company You Keep," Film)
  • Emerson
    ("Emerson's Adventure," Children's Book)

Places

  • Emerson Town
    (Manitoba, Canada)
  • Emerson Street
    (Boston, Massachusetts, United States)
  • Emerson Bay
    (Iowa, United States)
  • Emerson Village
    (Nebraska, United States)
  • Emerson Hill
    (Staten Island, New York, United States)

What Is the Meaning of Emerson?

Emerson means “son of Emery” or “brave and powerful.” The name conveys strength and courage, often associated with leadership and resilience.

What Is the Origin of The Name Emerson?

The name Emerson has English origins, derived from the Old English surname meaning “son of Emery,” with Emery itself coming from the Germanic name Emmerich, which means “whole” or “universal ruler.”

Emerson Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Emerson in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1662021#1692022#1612023
Top 3 Rankings#1432018#1502017#1522019

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Emerson

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023161
(+8 from 2022)
1764
(+42 from 2022)
0.10085
2022169
(-3 from 2021)
1722
(-20 from 2021)
0.09604
2021166
(-11 from 2020)
1742
(-50 from 2020)
0.09723
2020155
(-3 from 2019)
1792
(-72 from 2019)
0.10138
2019152
(-9 from 2018)
1864
(-83 from 2018)
0.10159
2018143
(+7 from 2017)
1947
(-31 from 2017)
0.10470
2017150
(+11 from 2016)
1978
(+16 from 2016)
0.10470
2016161
(+19 from 2015)
1962
(+166 from 2015)
0.10135
2015180
(+16 from 2014)
1796
(+113 from 2014)
0.09206
2014196
(+15 from 2013)
1683
(+159 from 2013)
0.08603
2013211
(+34 from 2012)
1524
(+212 from 2012)
0.07906
2012245
(+30 from 2011)
1312
(+161 from 2011)
0.06765
2011275
(+41 from 2010)
1151
(+141 from 2010)
0.05940
2010316
(+6 from 2009)
1010
(-7 from 2009)
0.05151
2009322
(-32 from 2008)
1017
(-146 from 2008)
0.05022
2008290
(+22 from 2007)
1163
(+83 from 2007)
0.05584
2007312
(-5 from 2006)
1080
(+11 from 2006)
0.05103
2006307
(+136 from 2005)
1069
(+386 from 2005)
0.05114
2005443
(+460 from 2004)
683
(+415 from 2004)
0.03365
2004903
(-139 from 2003)
268
(-56 from 2003)
0.01328
2003764
(+68 from 2002)
324
(+44 from 2002)
0.01615
2002832
(+308 from 2001)
280
(+97 from 2001)
0.01418
20011140
(+229 from 2000)
183
(+47 from 2000)
0.00924
20001369
(-86 from 1999)
136
(-7 from 1999)
0.00681
19991283
(-41 from 1998)
143
(-3 from 1998)
0.00735
19981242
(+3767 from 1997)
146
(+126 from 1997)
0.00753
19975009
(+762 from 1996)
20
(+4 from 1996)
0.00105
19965771
(-94 from 1995)
16
No change from 1995
0.00083
19955677
(+641 from 1994)
16
(+2 from 1994)
0.00083
19946318
(+1178 from 1993)
14
(+3 from 1993)
0.00072
19937496
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11
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0.00056
19920
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0.0000
19910
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0.0000
19890
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American States Popularity Rankings for Emerson

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2142021#2452022#2082023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3392021#3562022#3192023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#1182021#1002022#762023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#1192021#1512022#1122023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1402021#1362022#1842023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1382021#1112022#1432023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1292021#1322022#1272023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2052021#3182022#2342023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1512021#1452022#1472023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#2142021#3052022#2612023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#1152021#1142022#892023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1652021#1312022#1082023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1442021#1432022#1092023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1052021#1032022#1382023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1092021#1332022#662023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#1732021#1462022#1012023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#862021#782022#1302023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2732021#2142022#1872023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#2412021#1702022#2652023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1202021#772022#1282023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#1562021#2082022#1292023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1512021#1892022#1872023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1172021#1742022#1312023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1192021#1592022#1552023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#1752021#1762022#1872023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1522021#1672022#1662023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1352021#1482022#1332023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1012021#962022#1552023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#2502021#1682022#2272023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2472021#3622022#2612023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#1642021#1892022#2322023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#2542021#862022#1192023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#1912021#1582022#3362023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1592021#1742022#2002023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#2182021#2802022#4962023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1022021#682022#1132023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#1782021#2872022#1542023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1762021#972022#572023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2112021#4482022#3002023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1162020#2052022#1062023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1332021#832022#1742023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3422021#1872022#1372023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#1852020#1812021#1522023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1382019#1292020#862022

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1772019#1292020#1482021

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1032019#1982020#1852021

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#662017#792019#962022

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#4232013#3812018#3562019

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#892013#1012017

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1452017

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2442014

Popularity Rankings for Emerson in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#2402021#4022022#2832023

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#4202021#4522022#2752023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Emerson a Name for Boys or Girls?

Emerson is suitable for both boys and girls, offering a classic yet contemporary feel. This flexibility in gender usage has contributed to its widespread favor.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Emerson

Emerson in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Ralph Waldo Emerson (Philosopher, 1803–1882): American philosopher and poet, a leading figure in the transcendentalist movement.
  • Emerson Fittipaldi (Racing Driver, born 1946): Brazilian racing driver, a two-time Formula One World Champion and Indianapolis 500 winner.
  • Emerson Boozer (Football Player, born 1943): American football player, a key running back for the New York Jets during their Super Bowl III victory.
  • Emerson Palmieri (Footballer, born 1994): Brazilian-Italian professional footballer, known for his versatility as a defender.
  • Emerson Hart (Musician, born 1969): American musician, lead singer and songwriter for the rock band Tonic.
  • Emerson Hyndman (Soccer Player, born 1996): American professional soccer player, has played for several clubs in the U.S. and Europe.
  • Emerson Ferreira da Rosa (Footballer, born 1976): Brazilian footballer, a prominent midfielder in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
  • Emerson Radio (Brand, founded 1915): An American electronics company, a pioneer in the radio and television industry.
  • Emerson Woelffer (Artist, 1914–2003): American abstract expressionist artist, known for his bold and colorful works.
  • Emerson Brooks (Actor, born 1972): American actor, recognized for his roles in television series such as "The Last Ship" and "MacGyver."
  • Emerson Cod ("Pushing Daisies," 2007 TV Series): A private investigator with a love for knitting and a complicated partnership with a pie-maker who can bring people back to life.
  • "Emerson's Enigma" (2015 Novel): A thrilling mystery novel where Emerson, a brilliant detective, solves intricate cases in a bustling city.
  • Emerson ("Emerson," 2019 Album): An introspective collection of songs blending folk and indie rock, inspired by the character Emerson.
  • Emerson Watts ("Airhead," 2008 Novel by Meg Cabot): A teenager who wakes up after an accident to find her brain transplanted into the body of a supermodel, navigating a new life full of surprises.
  • Emerson Kent ("The Company You Keep," 2012 Film): A young journalist uncovering the hidden past of a former Weather Underground activist.
  • Emerson ("Emerson's Adventure," 2020 Children's Book): Chronicles the adventures of Emerson, a young boy who discovers a magical world through a hidden portal in his backyard.
  • Emerson ("The Chronicles of Emerson," 2018 Book Series): Follows Emerson, a young hero on a quest to save his kingdom from dark forces and mythical creatures.
  • Emerson Harper ("Emerson's Journey," 2016 Film): A heartwarming film about Emerson Harper, a young girl overcoming personal challenges and discovering her true self.
  • Emerson Cole ("Emerson's Secret," 2014 TV Series): A teenager with psychic abilities navigating high school life and uncovering hidden mysteries in her town.
  • Emerson ("Emerson's Quest," 2021 Video Game): An engaging game where players help Emerson navigate a mystical world filled with puzzles and magical creatures.
  • Emerson City (Manitoba, Canada): Emerson is a small town located near the US-Canada border in Manitoba.
  • Emerson Park (Illinois, United States): A public park in Illinois providing recreational facilities and green space.
  • Emerson Lake (Colorado, United States): A scenic lake in Colorado, ideal for fishing and boating.
  • Emerson Street (Boston, Massachusetts, United States): A prominent street in Boston with historical buildings and shops.
  • Emerson Bay (Iowa, United States): A bay located on West Okoboji Lake, offering beautiful waterfront views.
  • Emerson Village (Nebraska, United States): A small village in Nebraska with a close-knit community.
  • Emerson Hill (Staten Island, New York, United States): A residential neighborhood in Staten Island, known for its hilly terrain and historic homes.

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