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Emersen

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Pronounced EM-ər-sən /ˈɛm.ər.sən/High

Meaning: -en spelling of Emerson — 'son of Emery', from Germanic Emmerich, 'brave/whole ruler' or 'industrious'; for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: Emerson, softly respelled: Emersen renders the literary surname — 'son of Emery' — with an -en finish, for a daughter. Sleek and modern.
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Origin MediumGerman, English
Meaning-en spelling of Emerson — 'son of Emery', from Germanic Emmerich, 'brave/whole ruler' or 'industrious'; for girls
U.S. rank (2025)#4006 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births36 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2008
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,038

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200819982025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Emersen is an -en spelling of Emerson — 'son of Emery', from Germanic Emmerich, 'brave/whole ruler' (or 'industrious'). A literary surname-name (Ralph Waldo Emerson); the -en styling feminizes it.

It registers thinly beside Emerson. Rare, son-of-Emery at the root, and sleek.

Did you know? Emerson means 'son of Emery' (from Germanic Emmerich, 'brave/whole ruler') — Ralph Waldo Emerson's name; the Emersen spelling leans feminine.
Overall data confidence 72%
Behind the Name — Emerson — root etymology

Variations

EmersonEmersynEmmerson

Nicknames

EmiEm

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Emerson— the standard spelling
Emersyn— a fellow feminine spelling
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Emersen mean?

Emersen spells Emerson — 'son of Emery', 'brave/whole ruler'.

How do you pronounce Emersen?

It's said EM-ər-sən /ˈɛm.ər.sən/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Emersen a boy or girl name?

Emersen is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Emersen?

Emersen is a rare spelling in the U.S.

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