What origin is the name Ferguson?

Ferguson comes from irish naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

Is Ferguson a popular name?

Ferguson is very rare in official US birth records — fewer than 5 babies of this gender were given the name in any year we checked.

What are good sister names for Ferguson?

Names from the same irish tradition pair naturally with Ferguson — for example Riley, Nora, Keira. You can browse more on our irish names page.

Ferguson

Q: Is Ferguson a rare name?

Yes. Ferguson does not appear in US Social Security birth records, which list every name given to at least 5 babies, so it is rare in the US.

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Ferguson

Ferguson

Boy

irish

3 syllables

Ferguson is an irish boy's name meaning "A name of Irish and Scottish origin meaning 'son of Fergus'. The name Fergus itself translates to 'son of the first choice'.".

With irish roots, Ferguson is a boy name that means "A name of Irish and Scottish origin meaning 'son of Fergus'. The name Fergus itself translates to 'son of the first choice'.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: irish
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Meaning

A name of Irish and Scottish origin meaning 'son of Fergus'. The name Fergus itself translates to 'son of the first choice'.

Popularity

Very rare in US records (source: US Social Security Administration birth records (best rank 2008–2017))

Quick answers about Ferguson

Very rare in US records

What does Ferguson mean?

Ferguson is a boy name of irish origin meaning "A name of Irish and Scottish origin meaning 'son of Fergus'. The name Fergus itself translates to 'son of the first choice'.".