Jacion
A gender-neutral name of uncertain origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 465 living Americans carry the first name Jacion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jacion today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jacion births was 2013 (73 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jacion. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
465
~ 1 in 737,106 Americans
Peak year
2013
73 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2024 SSA rank
#6,592
Tracked since 2007
Popularity
Jacion: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jacion from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 349 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Jacion remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jacion by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jacion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jacions live
The SSA's state-level files cover 10 states and territories. Texas, North Carolina, Florida recorded the most babies named Jacion, while Virginia, Michigan, Illinois recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 10 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jacion
The name Jacion is a unique and intriguing one with roots that can be traced back to the ancient Celtic culture. Its origins lie in the Gaulish language, which was spoken by the continental Celts of Western Europe during the Iron Age and Roman period. The name Jacion is believed to be derived from the Gaulish word "jacionos," which means "victorious" or "triumphant."
In the early days of the Celtic civilization, names were often chosen to reflect the desired qualities or characteristics that parents wished for their children. The name Jacion was likely bestowed upon newborns with the hope that they would grow up to be strong, resilient, and victorious in their endeavors.
While there are no definitive historical records of the name Jacion appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its ties to the Gaulish language and Celtic culture suggest that it may have been used among the continental Celtic tribes that inhabited present-day France, Belgium, and parts of Germany.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jacion can be found in the annals of the Roman Empire. Jacion Vindex, a Gaulish nobleman and Roman senator, led a rebellion against the Roman Emperor Nero in 68 AD. Although the rebellion was ultimately unsuccessful, Jacion Vindex's defiance against the tyrannical rule of Nero has been celebrated as a symbol of bravery and resistance.
Another notable figure bearing the name Jacion was Jacion the Bard, a legendary Celtic poet and storyteller who lived in the 5th century AD. His poetic works, which celebrated the exploits of Celtic heroes and the beauty of nature, have been preserved through oral traditions and have influenced generations of Celtic artists and writers.
In the Middle Ages, the name Jacion gained popularity among the nobility and warrior classes of various European regions. One such figure was Jacion of Arles, a French knight who fought valiantly in the Crusades during the 12th century. His bravery and valor on the battlefield earned him a reputation as a formidable warrior and leader.
Fast forward to the Renaissance period, and we find Jacion Verazzano, an Italian explorer and navigator who is credited with being the first European to explore the Atlantic coast of North America between Florida and New Brunswick in 1524. His expeditions and mapping of the eastern seaboard paved the way for future colonization efforts and contributed significantly to the understanding of the New World.
In the realm of literature, the name Jacion has been immortalized by the Romantic poet Lord Byron, who featured a character named Jacion in his epic narrative poem "Childe Harold's Pilgrimage." Published in 1812, the poem follows the adventures and musings of a young man named Childe Harold, and Jacion is portrayed as a loyal and steadfast companion who accompanies him on his travels.
While the name Jacion may not be as common as other names of Celtic or Gaulish origin, its rich history and associations with bravery, triumph, and exploration make it a captivating choice for those seeking a unique and meaningful name steeped in ancient traditions.
People
Jacion + last name combinations
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Other names starting with J
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FAQ
Jacion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jacion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 465 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jacion going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 737,106 US residents.
Is Jacion a common name?
We classify Jacion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 468 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jacion most popular?
The single biggest year for Jacion was 2013, when 73 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jacion is about 10 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jacion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jacion in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.