Orson
OR-son
Popularity
#1500
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
2,586
Peak Year
#132 in 2023
First Recorded
1880
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Orson is an English name derived from the Old French 'ours', meaning 'bear'. It is a symbol of strength and courage.
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Numerology
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Famous Namesakes
Orson Welles
American actor, director, writer, and producer
Orson Scott Card
American author known for science fiction
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