Jashon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAY-shon / /ˈdʒeɪʃən/Modern English; African American
Meaning
Modern variant of Jason, meaning 'healer' or 'to heal'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jashon is a contemporary name that emerged in the late 20th century, primarily within African American communities. It is often seen as a creative variation of the more traditional name Jason. The name reflects a trend of unique spellings and adaptations in modern naming practices.
Trend Summary
Jashon has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage in the 1990s and 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jayson
- Jayshon
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jashon was first seen in the United States in 1976. Jashon has ranked as high as #1257 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in North Carolina, California, Georgia, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Jashon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jashon (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 26 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 25 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 2000 | 43 |
| 2001 | 54 |
| 2002 | 41 |
| 2003 | 64 |
| 2004 | 55 |
| 2005 | 51 |
| 2006 | 44 |
| 2007 | 47 |
| 2008 | 46 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 33 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 9 |