Boy · 108th of 23,106
Jameson
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
60,430
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2019
Peak Popularity Year
4,707
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jameson stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Jameson is an English name meaning 'son of James,' derived from the Hebrew Yaakov. It evolved through Greek and Latin forms before becoming popular in English. The name is associated with strength and reliability, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and has several variants like Jim and Jimmy.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪməsən/
Origin
English
Etymology
Jameson is derived from the name James, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob). The suffix '-son' indicates 'son of,' making Jameson mean 'son of James.'
Meaning
son of James
Language Evolution
Yaakov (Hebrew), Iakobos (Greek), Jacobus (Latin), James (Old French), Jameson (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Jameson gained popularity as a surname in the English-speaking world, particularly in the 19th century, and has since evolved into use as a first name.
Variants & Derivatives
James, Jim, Jimmy, Jamey
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jameson is perceived as a strong and traditional name, often associated with qualities such as reliability and leadership.
Famous People
Jameson Parker (actor), Jameson Taillon (baseball player), Jameson Whiskey (brand)
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Consistently Rising
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,707 peak births in 2019
Geographic Spread
Popular across 50 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 3 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3402nd of 7552 | 108 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1049th of 10718 | 954 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 611th of 16616 | 4,134 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 403rd of 24088 | 10,921 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 108th of 23106 | 43,120 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11245th of 27321 | 77 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4131st of 35406 | 536 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3342nd of 30306 | 574 |