Jameson

Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
60,430 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2019 Peak Popularity Year
4,707 Peak Births

Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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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

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Pronunciation

/ˈdʒeɪməsən/

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Origin

English

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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.'

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Meaning

son of James

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Language Evolution

Yaakov (Hebrew), Iakobos (Greek), Jacobus (Latin), James (Old French), Jameson (Modern English)

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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.

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Variants & Derivatives

James, Jim, Jimmy, Jamey

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Jameson is perceived as a strong and traditional name, often associated with qualities such as reliability and leadership.

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Famous People

Jameson Parker (actor), Jameson Taillon (baseball player), Jameson Whiskey (brand)

📊 Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Consistently Rising

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Key Insights

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 4,707 peak births in 2019

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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

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Generational Impact

Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity

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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

Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
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

Regional Popularity by Generation - 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)
33.98%
998th/2937
32.56%
1134th/3483
43.92%
1545th/3518
31.40%
1270th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
14.57%
537th/3685
13.23%
592nd/4475
13.15%
683rd/5194
9.53%
602nd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
7.42%
340th/4582
6.39%
330th/5164
6.67%
488th/7313
5.91%
441st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
2.23%
89th/3984
2.30%
103rd/4487
1.92%
131st/6822
1.67%
105th/6276

Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
4582nd/4582
100.00%
5164th/5164
64.93%
4748th/7313
62.05%
4631st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - 51.67%
3525th/6822
50.11%
3145th/6276

State-by-State Popularity

This map shows relative popularity 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 in the United States

This name shows strongest popularity in Nevada across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too rising for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3402nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1049th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 611th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 403rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 108th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11245th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4131st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3342nd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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