Pierson
Pierson is a boy name of English origin meaning “Son of Piers”, pronounced PEER-sun. It ranked #1456 in the United States in 2025, given to 123 babies, and peaked at #1137 in 2020. Common nicknames: Pierce, Piers, Sonny.
How popular is Pierson in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Pierson mean, and where does it come from?
Pierson is a patronymic surname — son of Piers, the medieval English form of Peter that came in with the Normans and survives in Piers Plowman. It is an old New England name: Abraham Pierson was the first rector of the college that became Yale, and a residential college there still carries it. As a given name it has been in American records since 1912 and remains uncommon, sitting just outside the top thousand alongside Emerson, Jefferson and the other -son surnames.
How is Pierson used around the world?
Pierson is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Pierson?
Famous People Named Pierson
- Abraham Pierson — first rector of Yale College
- Pierson Fodé — American actor and model
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Pierson mean?
Pierson is a boy name of English origin meaning "Son of Piers." Pierson is a patronymic surname — son of Piers, the medieval English form of Peter that came in with the Normans and survives in Piers Plowman. It is an old New England name: Abraham Pierson was the first rector of the college that became Yale, and a residential college there still carries it.
How do you pronounce Pierson?
Pierson is pronounced PEER-sun. Common variations include Pearson, Piersen, Pierce.
Is Pierson a boy name?
Yes, Pierson is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Pierce, Piers, Sonny.