Pearson

Greek

"rock"

Pearson Origin and Meaning

The name Pearson is a boy's name.

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.

Famous People Named Pearson

• Lester B. Pearson winner of the Nobel Prize for Peace

The name Pearson in Pop Culture

• Jessica Lourdes Pearson from the TV series "Suits"