Parsons - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Parsons \p(a)-rso-ns, par-sons\ is of Old English origin, and its meaning is "clergyman". Occupational name that is the source of the word "person".

Parsons has 3 variant forms: Parson, Person and Persons.

Baby names that sound like Parsons are Pearson, Pierson and Pearsson.

Parsons is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Parsons. Compare Parsons with related baby names.