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Parsons

OriginEnglish occupational name
Meaning"clergyman"

About Parsons

Parsons is a surname of English origin that has occasionally been adopted as a given name. Derived from the word 'parson,' it originally referred to someone who was the son of a parish priest or someone who worked for the parson. As a first name, Parsons is quite uncommon and has never ranked among popular baby names in the United States or United Kingdom. It carries a dignified, somewhat scholarly connotation, reflecting its ecclesiastical roots. Some may choose this name to honor a family surname or to create a distinctive, traditional-sounding name with an English heritage. The name projects strength and authority while maintaining a connection to religious tradition.

Pronounced PAR-sunz.

AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm

Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.

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