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The name Emerson is of English origin and is a combination of two elements: "Emery," meaning "bravery" and "son," meaning "son of." Therefore, the name Emerson means "son of bravery." Emerson is a unisex name, which means that it is commonly used for both boys and girls. It was first used as a surname in the Middle Ages and later became a popular given name during the 19th century. It was famously used by American essayist and philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson, whose writings on individualism, self-reliance, and transcendentalism made a lasting impact on American literature.The name Emerson has steadily grown in popularity in recent years and is currently ranked as the 181st most popular name for boys and the 226th most popular name for girls in the United States. It is also a popular name in other English-speaking countries such as Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

The name Emerson is most popular in the United States.

If you like the name Emerson but are looking for alternative options, there are several similar names that might catch your eye. Here are some options:

• Ellery
• Emery
• Ellis
• Emmett
• Everett
• Ashton
• Anderson
• Harrison
• Jackson
• Madison