Pearson

Pearson is primarily known as an English surname meaning 'son of Piers' or 'son of Peter,' with Peter ultimately deriving from the Greek 'petros' meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' As a masculine given name, Pearson follows the trend of using traditional surnames as first names, a practice that gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century. The name carries connotations of strength and stability through its connection to 'stone,' while also suggesting a distinguished, professional quality that many surname-as-first-name choices convey. Though uncommon as a first name, Pearson offers the appeal of feeling both traditional and distinctive, with the familiar 'son' ending shared by names like Harrison, Jackson, and Wilson.

Pearson is also given to girls.

Pronounced PEER-sun.

As of October 2026, Pearson ranked #3639 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1261 in 1898.