Orson
Orson comes from the Old French "ourson," a diminutive of "ours" (bear) — meaning "little bear." Orson Welles (1915-1985), the filmmaker who directed "Citizen Kane" (1941) — often called the greatest film ever made — when he was just 25 years old, is the most famous bearer. Orson was moderately popular in mid-century America, peaking at #580 in 1881. The "O" opening is open, and the "n" ending gives it weight. Orson is a male name of French origin that means "Little bear (from ourson)". Vintage, French, and a little cinematic. The name sounds distinctive. Orsons tend to be brilliant. US peaked #580 in 1881. Now outside top 1000. Well-known people named Orson include Orson Welles (filmmaker), Orson (French name), Orson (fictional, various). Common variations and related forms of Orson include Orsen (variant), Orsan (variant), Ors (short form).