Jayson Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAY-suhn //ˈdʒeɪsən//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: God has heard; Hebrew: He will save
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jayson is derived from the name Jason, which has its roots in the ancient Greek name Ἰάσων (Iásōn), meaning "healer" or "to heal." This name can be traced back to the Greek verb ἰάομαι (iáomai), which signifies healing or curing. The name Jason entered the Latin language as Jason, and subsequently made its way into Old French as Jasón before being adopted into English.
The variant Jayson emerged as a modern spelling, reflecting contemporary naming trends while retaining the original meaning associated with healing. Historically, Jason is a notable figure in Greek mythology, best known as the leader of the Argonauts in the quest for the Golden Fleece, a tale that has been recounted in various literary works since antiquity.
The name gained further prominence in the Christian tradition through the New Testament, where Jason of Thessalonica is mentioned as a companion of the Apostle Paul. This biblical association contributed to the name's usage in Christian communities throughout the centuries, particularly during the Middle Ages when names from the Bible were commonly adopted.
Culturally, the name Jason has resonated through various artistic and literary expressions, symbolizing bravery and adventure due to its mythological roots. The name has also been associated with themes of healing and restoration, reflecting its etymological meaning.
The variant Jayson, while more modern, carries the same connotations and has been used in various forms of media and literature, further embedding the name within cultural narratives. The enduring legacy of Jason and its variants illustrates the name's adaptability and significance across different eras and cultures.
Famous people named Jayson
In this section, you will find notable people named Jayson. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Jayson who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Jayson Tatum is a professional basketball player best known for playing with the Boston Celtics and being an NBA All-Star.
Jayson Williams is a former professional basketball player best known for his time with the New Jersey Nets and his career in the NBA.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jayson was first seen in the United States in 1922.
Jayson has ranked as high as #650 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and New Jersey.
In the past 5 years the name Jayson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jayson 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 Jayson was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Jayson.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 384 | 384 | 0 |
| 2024 | 454 | 454 | 0 |
| 2023 | 485 | 485 | 0 |
| 2022 | 543 | 543 | 0 |
| 2021 | 502 | 502 | 0 |
| 2020 | 540 | 540 | 0 |
| 2019 | 558 | 558 | 0 |
| 2018 | 625 | 620 | 5 |
| 2017 | 634 | 634 | 0 |
| 2016 | 636 | 636 | 0 |
| 2015 | 763 | 763 | 0 |
| 2014 | 795 | 795 | 0 |
| 2013 | 817 | 817 | 0 |
| 2012 | 810 | 810 | 0 |
| 2011 | 855 | 855 | 0 |
| 2010 | 936 | 936 | 0 |
| 2009 | 910 | 910 | 0 |
| 2008 | 962 | 962 | 0 |
| 2007 | 897 | 897 | 0 |
| 2006 | 864 | 864 | 0 |
| 2005 | 923 | 923 | 0 |
| 2004 | 963 | 963 | 0 |
| 2003 | 894 | 894 | 0 |
| 2002 | 833 | 833 | 0 |
| 2001 | 759 | 759 | 0 |
| 2000 | 709 | 709 | 0 |
| 1999 | 719 | 719 | 0 |
| 1998 | 725 | 725 | 0 |
| 1997 | 559 | 559 | 0 |
| 1996 | 484 | 484 | 0 |
| 1995 | 446 | 446 | 0 |
| 1994 | 418 | 418 | 0 |
| 1993 | 377 | 377 | 0 |
| 1992 | 411 | 411 | 0 |
| 1991 | 395 | 395 | 0 |
| 1990 | 385 | 385 | 0 |
| 1989 | 402 | 402 | 0 |
| 1988 | 399 | 399 | 0 |
| 1987 | 425 | 425 | 0 |
| 1986 | 462 | 462 | 0 |
| 1985 | 522 | 517 | 5 |
| 1984 | 477 | 477 | 0 |
| 1983 | 502 | 502 | 0 |
| 1982 | 588 | 583 | 5 |
| 1981 | 550 | 550 | 0 |
| 1980 | 613 | 608 | 5 |
| 1979 | 713 | 713 | 0 |
| 1978 | 598 | 598 | 0 |
| 1977 | 648 | 648 | 0 |
| 1976 | 610 | 610 | 0 |
| 1975 | 622 | 615 | 7 |
| 1974 | 625 | 625 | 0 |
| 1973 | 573 | 573 | 0 |
| 1972 | 461 | 461 | 0 |
| 1971 | 436 | 431 | 5 |
| 1970 | 403 | 403 | 0 |
| 1969 | 251 | 246 | 5 |
| 1968 | 135 | 135 | 0 |
| 1967 | 114 | 114 | 0 |
| 1966 | 102 | 102 | 0 |
| 1965 | 90 | 90 | 0 |
| 1964 | 58 | 58 | 0 |
| 1963 | 54 | 54 | 0 |
| 1962 | 60 | 60 | 0 |
| 1961 | 44 | 44 | 0 |
| 1960 | 49 | 49 | 0 |
| 1959 | 55 | 55 | 0 |
| 1958 | 48 | 48 | 0 |
| 1957 | 45 | 45 | 0 |
| 1956 | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| 1955 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1954 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1953 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 1952 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1951 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1950 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 1949 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 1948 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1947 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1946 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1945 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1944 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1943 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1942 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1941 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1940 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1939 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1938 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1937 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1922 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Jayson (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 65 | |
| FL | 56 | |
| TX | 44 | |
| NY | 28 | |
| MA | 27 | |
| NJ | 18 | |
| IN | 15 | |
| GA | 13 | |
| PA | 13 | |
| TN | 12 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| NC | 11 | |
| AZ | 11 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| CO | 9 | |
| SC | 7 | |
| WI | 7 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| CT | 6 | |
| MO | 6 | |
| MN | 5 | |
| IA | 5 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| ID | 5 | |
| AL | 5 |