Jax Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jax is a modern name derived from Jackson, which means 'son of Jack.' It evolved from the name Jack, which has biblical roots in John, meaning 'God is gracious.' Jax is a contemporary name that has gained popularity in recent years, reflecting a trendy image. It has variants like Jackson and Jaxon, and is associated with notable figures in entertainment.
The name Jax is most popular in Utah, USA 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 relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jax has been falling for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West. Across generations, 'Jax' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10692nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 653rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 244th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20768th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7671st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jax' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jax"
Pronunciation
/dʒæks/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Jax is a modern diminutive form derived from the name Jackson, which itself is a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Jack.' The name Jack has roots in the name John, which comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
son of Jack
Language Evolution
Jack, Jackson, Jax
Historical Usage
Jax gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries as a trendy and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Jackson, Jack, Jaxon, Jaxson
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jax is perceived as a cool and modern name, often associated with a contemporary and edgy image.
Famous People
Jax Taylor (television personality), Jax Jones (music producer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jax"
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 "Jax"
"Jax" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10692nd of 16616 | 27 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 653rd of 24088 | 5,379 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 244th of 23106 | 18,704 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20768th of 35406 | 36 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7671st of 30306 | 175 |
Regional Popularity of "Jax" 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) |
12.00% 550th/4582 |
18.34% 947th/5164 |
9.68% 708th/7313 |
7.64% 570th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
5.27% 210th/3984 |
5.91% 265th/4487 |
3.72% 254th/6822 |
3.49% 219th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jax" 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) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Jax"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jax" 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.