Orson: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ohrs-ohn
Origin: Italy
gender-male

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Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Bear cub

Orson is a unique and charming male name with French and Latin origins, meaning "bear cub. " The name evokes cuddly, teddy-bear imagery and has a rich history. It gained popularity through its association with renowned filmmaker Orson Welles, who dropped his common given name George in favor of his more distinctive middle name. Over time, the name has transitioned from being a single-person signature to an interesting possibility for parents seeking an unusual yet solid name.

Orson Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Orson is currently #4077 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Orson is currently #1808 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Orson is currently #2052 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Orson is currently #922 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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