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Summary

Emerson originates from Old English, meaning 'brave' or 'powerful'. It evolved from the name Emmer and has maintained its usage over time. The name is associated with the traits of creativity and individuality, and it has no biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the 19th century, particularly due to the influence of Ralph Waldo Emerson.

The name Emerson is most popular in Colorado, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, Emerson has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Emerson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 384th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 544th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 755th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 985th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 987th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 592nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 286th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12938th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 481st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 164th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Emerson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.