Emerson Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Emerson Name at a Glance

Name	Emerson
Meaning	Brave; powerful.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Emerson Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Emerson means “Brave; powerful”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Emerson Name Origin

Our database records Emerson under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Emerson a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Emerson is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Emerson

When considering Emerson for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.