Ferguson Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Ferguson Name at a Glance

Name	Ferguson
Meaning	Son of the first choice.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Ferguson Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Ferguson means “Son of the first choice”. 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.

Ferguson Name Origin

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

Is Ferguson a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Ferguson

When considering Ferguson 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.