Boy · 92nd of 23,106
Jaxson
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
66,270
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2015
Peak Popularity Year
5,078
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jaxson 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
Jaxson is a modern variation of Jackson, meaning 'son of Jack.' It evolved from the name Jack and has gained popularity in recent decades as a trendy name. It carries a youthful and creative image, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæk.sən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Jaxson is a modern variation of the name Jackson, which is derived from the name Jack, a diminutive of John. The suffix 'son' indicates 'son of,' thus meaning 'son of Jack.'
Meaning
son of Jack
Language Evolution
Jack, Jackson, Jaxson
Historical Usage
The name Jaxson gained popularity in the late 20th century as a trendy alternative to Jackson, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jackson, Jaxon, Jax, Jack
Modern Popularity & Image
Jaxson is perceived as a modern, trendy, and youthful name, often associated with creativity and a playful spirit.
Famous People
Jaxson Hayes, professional basketball player, Jaxson Dart, college football player
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 5,078 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 16 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 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6545th of 16616 | 89 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 306th of 24088 | 16,722 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 92nd of 23106 | 49,325 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21694th of 35406 | 32 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10940th of 30306 | 102 |