What Does the Name Orson Mean
The name Orson comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Orson below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Orson Name Meaning
EnglishFrom an English surname which was originally a nickname meaning "bear cub", from a diminutive of Norman French ors "bear", ultimately from Latin ursus. American actor and director Orson Welles (1915-1985) was...
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