| Meaning | son of Peter, rock's son |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Pearson |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Pear-son |
About Pearson
Sophistication meets approachability in this surname-turned-first-name choice. Pearson carries an air of refinement and education without seeming pretentious or stuffy. The name suggests families who value tradition but appreciate putting their own spin on conventional choices. This option works particularly well for parents seeking something less common than traditional first names while avoiding invented or overly trendy alternatives. The strong consonant sounds give it substance and memorability, while the familiar "-son" ending connects it to established naming patterns. It sounds equally appropriate in boardrooms and playgrounds, making it remarkably versatile for various life contexts. The name conveys intelligence and capability without setting unrealistic expectations. Parents often appreciate how it honors naming traditions without simply repeating overused classics. Pearson stands out enough to be memorable but not so unusual as to cause constant questions or corrections. It pairs beautifully with most middle names and surnames, creating sophisticated combinations that age well throughout life.
Nicknames for Pearson
| Pear |
| Peer |
| Son |
| Percy |
Famous People Named Pearson
| Pearson Hall | American film producer |
| Pearson Mwanza | Zambian footballer |
| Pearson Jordan | Australian musician |
| Pearson Marx | British author |
| Pearson Poon | Hong Kong businessman |
| Pearson Stuttard | English cricketer |
| Pearson Surita | Brazilian TV presenter |
| Pearson Wallace | American politician |
| Pearson Ham | Canadian artist |
| Pearson Constantino | Filipino actor |
| Pearson Magotiaux | Canadian dancer |
| Pearson Millar | Irish historian |
| Pearson Seale | Trinidadian cricketer |
| Pearson Yip | Hong Kong director |
| Pearson Cripwell | Australian composer |
| Pearson Kelly | New Zealand athlete |
| Pearson Webster | British naval officer |
| Pearson Scott Foresman | American publisher |
| Pearson Buenconsejo | Filipino basketball player |
| Pearson Salt | Canadian journalist |
Characters Named Pearson
| Pearson Hardman | Character from TV series "Suits" |
| Pearson Darling | Character from the novel "A Little Life" by Hanya Yanagihara |
| Pearson Ham | Character from "The Chronicles of Narnia" series by C.S. Lewis |
| Pearson Sullivan | Character from the TV show "Rectify" |
| Pearson Mellish | Character from the movie "Bananas" |
| Pearson Specter | Character from TV series "Suits" |
| Pearson Bradford | Character from the book "The Voice in the Water" by Kathryn Lasky |
| Pearson Rutherford | Character from the TV show "Lost" |
| Pearson McCombs | Character from the movie "Waiting for Guffman" |
| Pearson Brock | Character from the novel "If Morning Ever Comes" by Anne Tyler |
| Pearson Eberhart | Character from the book "A Walk to Remember" by Nicholas Sparks |
| Pearson Crow | Character from the book "The Sweetgum Knit Lit Society" by Beth Pattillo |
| Pearson Hatter | Character from the book "Perfectly Ella" by Candy Harper |
| Pearson Templeton | Character from the book "One for the Murphys" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt |
| Pearson DuBois | Character from the TV show "Medium" |
| Pearson Langford | Character from the book "The Angel's Game" by Carlos Ruiz Zafón |
| Pearson Tucker | Character from the TV show "NCIS" |
| Pearson Avery | Character from the TV show "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Pearson Chale | Character from the movie "The Company Men" |
| Pearson Hargrove | Character from the TV show "Veronica Mars" |