Eason Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eason is a Welsh name meaning graceful or easily. It evolved from the name Eas and has modern variants. The name reflects traits of creativity and uniqueness. It does not have biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eason"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːsən/
Origin
Welsh
Etymology
The name Eason is derived from the Welsh surname Eason, which is a diminutive form of the name 'Eas', meaning 'easily' or 'graceful'.
Meaning
graceful, easily
Language Evolution
Eas, Eason
Historical Usage
The name Eason has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in Wales and among Welsh communities, as a modern revival of traditional Welsh names.
Variants & Derivatives
Eason, Eas, Easonn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eason is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Eason Chan (singer), Eason R. Nash (author)
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 238 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eason"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Eason"
"Eason" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6100th of 7545 | 15 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7997th of 16616 | 58 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2723rd of 24088 | 630 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1163rd of 23106 | 2,019 |
Regional Popularity of "Eason" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
34.68% 1791st/5164 |
38.33% 2803rd/7313 |
29.34% 2190th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
57.38% 2286th/3984 |
20.19% 906th/4487 |
19.73% 1346th/6822 |
13.30% 835th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eason" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eason"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eason" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Eason" in the United States
The name Eason is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eason has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Eason' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6100th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7997th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2723rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1163rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eason' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.