Kason Boy

Popularity: #492 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAY-sun //ˈkeɪsən//

Origin: English; American

Meaning: English: a variant of Jason; American: a modern invented name

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Kason is believed to have originated from the English language, with roots that can be traced back to the Old French name "Cason," which itself is derived from the Latin word "cassus," meaning "empty" or "hollow." The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, when many Old French names were adopted into the English lexicon. Over time, variations of the name emerged, including Kason, which reflects a modern adaptation of these earlier forms.

Historically, names similar to Kason have appeared in various cultures and contexts. The name's association with the Latin root "cassus" may have contributed to its use in different regions, although specific historical milestones directly linked to Kason are less documented.

The name's evolution is indicative of broader naming trends influenced by linguistic shifts and cultural exchanges, particularly during the medieval period when names were often modified to fit local phonetics and social customs. Culturally, Kason may resonate with themes of strength and resilience, as names derived from similar roots have been used in various traditions to symbolize emptiness being filled or transformed.

This notion of transformation can be seen in the broader context of names that signify change or renewal. The name Kason, while not as historically prominent as some other names, carries with it a sense of continuity and adaptation, reflecting the dynamic nature of language and naming practices over the centuries.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Kason was first seen in the United States in 1974.

Kason has ranked as high as #638 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, and Tennessee.

In the past 5 years the name Kason has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Kason 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 Kason was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Top States for Kason (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
TX 66
14%
GA 43
9%
FL 36
8%
TN 30
6%
AL 21
4%
NC 20
4%
LA 19
4%
CA 18
4%
OH 18
4%
MO 18
4%
MS 18
4%
KY 17
4%
AR 15
3%
PA 13
3%
SC 12
3%

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 Kason.

YearBirths
2024514
2023585
2022645
2021725
2020850
2019897
2018794
2017806
2016879
2015817
2014869
2013861
2012770
2011680
2010543
2009564
2008417
2007359
2006281
2005203
2004170
2003155
2002111
2001100
200096
199994
199871
199758
199657
199538
199437
199342
199224
199128
199032
198933
198824
198730
198620
198515
198420
198311
198215
198118
198016
19798
197810
19777
19766
19755
19745