Boy Name
Orson
"Bear cub; from Latin origins suggesting strength and youth."
Ranked #1500 for boys
About the Name Orson
Meaning
Bear cub; from Latin origins suggesting strength and youth.
Origin
LatinGender
Boy
First Letter
OBoy Rank
#1500
Orson is a boy name of Latin origin. The name means "Bear cub; from Latin origins suggesting strength and youth." and Currently ranked #1500 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with O or explore other Latin names.
Popularity Over Time
#139 1950
#111 1960
#146 1970
#89 1980
#61 1990
#138 2000
#585 2010
#580 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Orson
- OW Orson Welles (actor, director)