Jaymeson Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAY-muh-sun /ˈdʒeɪ.mə.sən/
Origin: English; American
Meaning: English: Son of James; American: Variant of James
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jaymeson is a modern variant of the name James, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (Jacob), meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows." The name was adopted into Greek as Iakobos and later into Latin as Iacobus. From Latin, it transitioned into Old French as Jacques, which eventually influenced the English form James.
The name James has been borne by numerous significant historical figures, including several kings of England, such as James I, who reigned from 1603 to 1625 and commissioned the King James Bible, a pivotal translation that had a profound impact on English literature and language. The name James has also been associated with various saints, notably Saint James the Greater, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, who is venerated in Christian traditions.
His feast day is celebrated on July 25, and he is often depicted in art as a pilgrim, symbolizing faith and devotion. The name has been a staple in Christian naming conventions throughout the centuries, contributing to its endurance and significance in various cultures.
The suffix "-son" in Jaymeson indicates a patronymic origin, meaning "son of James." This construction has been common in many cultures, particularly in English and Scandinavian naming traditions, where it denotes lineage and familial connection. The name Jaymeson, while modern, reflects a continuation of the historical significance of James, embodying both heritage and identity.
The name's structure aligns it with other similar names that have emerged in contemporary contexts, yet it retains a connection to its historical roots.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaymeson was first seen in the United States in 1985.
Jaymeson has ranked as high as #5640 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, Wisconsin, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Jaymeson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jaymeson 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 Jaymeson 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 Jaymeson.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2024 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 2023 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 2022 | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| 2021 | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| 2020 | 43 | 43 | 0 |
| 2019 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 2018 | 49 | 44 | 5 |
| 2017 | 48 | 43 | 5 |
| 2016 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 2015 | 38 | 38 | 0 |
| 2014 | 28 | 22 | 6 |
| 2013 | 31 | 31 | 0 |
| 2012 | 31 | 26 | 5 |
| 2011 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 2010 | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| 2009 | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| 2008 | 35 | 28 | 7 |
| 2007 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2006 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 2005 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 2004 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2003 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 2002 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 2001 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2000 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1999 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1998 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1997 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1996 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1993 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1991 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1990 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1988 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1987 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1985 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Jaymeson (2020)
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 | 6 |