Jason Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAY-suhn / /ˈdʒeɪsən/Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: healer; Hebrew: God is salvation
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jason has roots in Greek mythology, where Jason was the leader of the Argonauts. In the New Testament, Jason is mentioned as a companion of Paul the Apostle. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in the English-speaking world, since the 20th century. Its association with heroism and adventure has contributed to its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Jason was highly popular in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, but its usage has declined in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jayson
- Jay
International Variants
- Jasón (Spanish)
- Jacek (Polish)
- Jascha (Russian)
Famous people named Jason
Jason Statham is a British actor known for his roles in action films such as 'The Transporter' series.
Jason Momoa is an American actor recognized for his portrayal of Aquaman in the DC Extended Universe.
Jason Derulo is an American singer and songwriter famous for his hit songs and performances.
Jason Bourne is a fictional character in a series of novels and films, known for his skills in espionage.
Fictional characters named Jason
Jason Voorhees is a character from the 'Friday the 13th' horror film franchise, known for being a relentless killer.
Jason Todd is a character from DC Comics, known as the second Robin and later as the anti-hero Red Hood.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jason was first seen in the United States in 1880. Jason has ranked as high as #3 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Jason has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jason (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 309 | |
TX | 277 | |
FL | 188 | |
NY | 143 | |
PA | 93 | |
VA | 80 | |
GA | 79 | |
IL | 78 | |
OH | 71 | |
NC | 70 | |
TN | 63 | |
IN | 59 | |
MD | 58 | |
MA | 57 | |
WA | 56 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 20 |
1881 | 22 |
1882 | 20 |
1883 | 13 |
1884 | 25 |
1885 | 16 |
1886 | 21 |
1887 | 14 |
1888 | 21 |
1889 | 18 |
1890 | 12 |
1891 | 15 |
1892 | 16 |
1893 | 8 |
1894 | 24 |
1895 | 23 |
1896 | 9 |
1897 | 12 |
1898 | 18 |
1899 | 5 |
1900 | 15 |
1901 | 10 |
1902 | 14 |
1903 | 13 |
1904 | 11 |
1905 | 12 |
1906 | 15 |
1907 | 9 |
1908 | 10 |
1909 | 15 |
1910 | 24 |
1911 | 25 |
1912 | 42 |
1913 | 44 |
1914 | 59 |
1915 | 78 |
1916 | 83 |
1917 | 92 |
1918 | 102 |
1919 | 81 |
1920 | 76 |
1921 | 97 |
1922 | 95 |
1923 | 101 |
1924 | 105 |
1925 | 110 |
1926 | 101 |
1927 | 97 |
1928 | 87 |
1929 | 119 |
1930 | 106 |
1931 | 83 |
1932 | 95 |
1933 | 81 |
1934 | 91 |
1935 | 83 |
1936 | 97 |
1937 | 81 |
1938 | 92 |
1939 | 71 |
1940 | 93 |
1941 | 81 |
1942 | 118 |
1943 | 137 |
1944 | 116 |
1945 | 115 |
1946 | 117 |
1947 | 133 |
1948 | 180 |
1949 | 217 |
1950 | 205 |
1951 | 189 |
1952 | 218 |
1953 | 275 |
1954 | 306 |
1955 | 398 |
1956 | 437 |
1957 | 440 |
1958 | 596 |
1959 | 720 |
1960 | 940 |
1961 | 1,059 |
1962 | 1,298 |
1963 | 1,501 |
1964 | 2,105 |
1965 | 2,890 |
1966 | 3,768 |
1967 | 5,337 |
1968 | 7,147 |
1969 | 16,490 |
1970 | 27,274 |
1971 | 34,179 |
1972 | 37,434 |
1973 | 46,678 |
1974 | 54,751 |
1975 | 52,172 |
1976 | 52,650 |
1977 | 55,636 |
1978 | 51,604 |
1979 | 50,371 |
1980 | 48,166 |
1981 | 41,928 |
1982 | 40,634 |
1983 | 35,118 |
1984 | 29,952 |
1985 | 26,036 |
1986 | 22,417 |
1987 | 19,349 |
1988 | 15,916 |
1989 | 12,614 |
1990 | 10,695 |
1991 | 9,386 |
1992 | 9,249 |
1993 | 8,638 |
1994 | 8,550 |
1995 | 9,006 |
1996 | 8,696 |
1997 | 8,746 |
1998 | 9,398 |
1999 | 9,366 |
2000 | 9,778 |
2001 | 10,164 |
2002 | 9,956 |
2003 | 9,822 |
2004 | 9,063 |
2005 | 8,613 |
2006 | 8,456 |
2007 | 8,120 |
2008 | 7,661 |
2009 | 6,927 |
2010 | 6,278 |
2011 | 5,854 |
2012 | 5,758 |
2013 | 5,517 |
2014 | 5,567 |
2015 | 5,025 |
2016 | 4,885 |
2017 | 4,251 |
2018 | 3,876 |
2019 | 3,578 |
2020 | 3,103 |
2021 | 2,872 |
2022 | 2,607 |
2023 | 2,463 |
2024 | 2,448 |