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Pearson
BoyMeaning of Pearson: English: 'son of Piers'
Pearson is a boy's name most strongly associated with English naming. It has 7 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 3526th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#3526
31 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
1,678
First recorded 1898 · peak 2019
Trend
stable
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
93% boys · 7% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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