Caison Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAY-sun //ˈkeɪsən//
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: Caison (English) - a variant of Caden; Caison (Irish) - 'son of the battle'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Caison is believed to be a variant of the name Kason, which itself is derived from the name Jason. The etymology of Jason traces back to the Greek name Ἰάσων (Iásōn), which is derived from the verb ἰάομαι (iáomai), meaning "to heal." This name was popularized in ancient Greek mythology through the figure of Jason, the leader of the Argonauts, who sought the Golden Fleece.
The name entered Latin as Iason, and subsequently made its way into Old French as Jasón before evolving into various forms in English, including Jason and its derivatives like Caison. Historically, the name Jason has been borne by several notable figures, including saints and biblical characters.
In the New Testament, Jason is mentioned as a companion of Paul the Apostle, which contributed to the name's adoption among early Christians. The name's prominence continued through the Middle Ages, particularly in Christian contexts, where it was associated with healing and salvation.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, further solidified the name's presence in English-speaking cultures, as it included references to Jason's role in the early Christian community. Culturally, the name Jason and its variants have been associated with themes of heroism and adventure, largely due to the mythological figure.
The name's connotations of healing and leadership have contributed to its enduring appeal across various cultures. While Caison is a more modern variant, it reflects the historical significance and linguistic evolution of its root name, Jason, which has maintained a symbolic resonance in literature and popular culture throughout the centuries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Caison was first seen in the United States in 1990.
Caison has ranked as high as #1313 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama.
In the past 5 years the name Caison has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Caison is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Caison was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Caison (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 8 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| AL | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Caison.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 55 |
| 2023 | 57 |
| 2022 | 80 |
| 2021 | 75 |
| 2020 | 71 |
| 2019 | 69 |
| 2018 | 69 |
| 2017 | 58 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2015 | 38 |
| 2014 | 47 |
| 2013 | 47 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2010 | 42 |
| 2009 | 33 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1990 | 5 |