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Parson

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Parson is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Parson is a masculine surname and given name of English origin, originally referring to a member of the clergy, a parish priest.”. It currently ranks #10612 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2022.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Parson Means

Parson is a masculine surname and given name of English origin, originally referring to a member of the clergy, a parish priest.

The Story of Parson

This surname, once denoting a spiritual leader, now offers your son a sense of grounding and quiet authority.

Parson is an English surname that evolved from a professional title, originally referring to a member of the clergy, a parish priest. It carries the weight of tradition and a connection to community, a name grounded in historical roles.

You imagine a son who is a steadfast presence, someone your family and friends can rely on for calm guidance. This name suggests a child who will be dependable, perhaps with a quiet, devout nature, and a deep sense of responsibility.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

DependableDevoutWiseCalm

Peak Year

#11 in 2022

Total Births

61

First Recorded

2009

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