Emerson
English · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Emerson
Emerson is an English surname meaning "son of Emery," derived from the Germanic name Emery (Amalric), which combines "amal" (work) and "ric" (power/ruler).
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Etymology
Emerson is an English surname meaning "son of Emery," derived from the Germanic name Emery (Amalric), which combines "amal" (work) and "ric" (power/ruler). The name became popular as a given name in English-speaking countries, particularly in America, and gained cultural prominence through the 19th-century philosopher and writer Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Emerson currently ranks #122 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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