Jayson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jayson is a modern variation of the Hebrew name Yeshua, which means 'salvation.' It evolved from the ancient Greek name Jason and has been used in various forms throughout history. The name is associated with traits of modernity and youthfulness, while it does not have a direct biblical reference. Jayson gained popularity in recent decades and is well-represented by notable figures in sports.
The name Jayson is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jayson has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled 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, 'Jayson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4100th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1358th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 382nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 442nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 356th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 485th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13005th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jayson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jayson"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪsən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jayson is derived from the Hebrew name Yeshua, which means 'salvation.' It is often regarded as a modern variant of Jason.
Meaning
salvation
Language Evolution
Jason (Ancient Greek), Iason (Latin), Jayson (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Jayson gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of Jason, which has been a common name since ancient times.
Variants & Derivatives
Jason, Jay, Jase, Jace
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jayson is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with youthful energy and a contemporary vibe.
Famous People
Jayson Tatum (professional basketball player), Jayson Werth (former professional baseball player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jayson"
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 "Jayson"
"Jayson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4100th of 6773 | 52 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1358th of 7552 | 620 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 382nd of 10718 | 6,973 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 442nd of 16616 | 7,234 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 356th of 24088 | 13,317 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 485th of 23106 | 7,342 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13005th of 19264 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayson" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
50.34% 1121st/2227 |
48.27% 1173rd/2430 |
58.60% 1672nd/2853 |
42.99% 1193rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
10.73% 315th/2937 |
9.59% 334th/3483 |
13.79% 485th/3518 |
8.18% 331st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
11.59% 427th/3685 |
7.64% 342nd/4475 |
10.88% 565th/5194 |
5.98% 378th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
8.88% 407th/4582 |
4.34% 224th/5164 |
5.44% 398th/7313 |
4.92% 367th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
16.82% 670th/3984 |
8.49% 381st/4487 |
7.04% 480th/6822 |
7.62% 478th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayson" 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 "Jayson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jayson" 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.