Keson Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KEE-son //ˈkiːsən//
Origin: English; Irish
Meaning: English: 'brave'; Irish: 'descendant of Aodh'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Keson is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name "Keziah," which means "cassia" or "cinnamon," referring to a fragrant spice. The name Keziah appears in the Hebrew Bible as one of the daughters of Job, a figure known for his patience and faithfulness amidst suffering.
The transition from Hebrew to other languages often involved adaptations; thus, the name may have evolved through Greek and Latin forms before reaching Old French and eventually English. The phonetic transformation likely contributed to the emergence of variations like Keson.
Historically, the name Keziah has been documented since ancient times, with biblical references dating back to the 6th century BCE. The story of Job, including his daughters, has been influential in Judeo-Christian traditions, reinforcing the name's significance through religious texts and teachings.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, further popularized biblical names, including Keziah, contributing to their endurance in various cultures. Culturally, names derived from biblical figures often carry connotations of virtue, resilience, and moral strength, which may have contributed to their lasting appeal.
The name Keson, while less common, resonates with these themes and is associated with the qualities of beauty and fragrance, much like the spice it references. In some contexts, diminutive forms or variations may arise, but the essence of the name remains tied to its historical and linguistic roots.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keson was first seen in the United States in 1997.
Keson has ranked as high as #1371 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Keson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Keson 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 Keson was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Keson
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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 Keson.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |