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Jaeson

A masculine name derived from Jason, originating from Greek roots meaning "to heal" or "healer".

Name Census estimates that about 595 living Americans carry the first name Jaeson. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jaeson today is around 26 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaeson births was 2010 (23 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaeson. 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

595

~ 1 in 576,058 Americans

Peak year

2010

23 babies that year

Average age

26

years old

2024 SSA rank

#8,573

Tracked since 1969

Popularity

Jaeson: popularity over time

The SSA tracks Jaeson from the 1960s through to the 2020s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 159 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.

Babies born per year

06121723197019801990200020102020

Decades

Jaeson 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 Jaeson during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
1960s505
1970s86086
1980s1040104
1990s68068
2000s1500150
2010s1590159
2020s39039

Geography

Where Jaesons live

Origin

Meaning and history of Jaeson

The given name Jaeson has its origins in the English language, emerging as a variation of the more common name Jason. The name Jason itself traces its roots back to ancient Greek, derived from the word "iasthai," meaning "to heal." This connection to healing and well-being likely contributed to the name's enduring popularity throughout the centuries.

One of the earliest references to the name Jason can be found in Greek mythology, where Jason was the leader of the Argonauts on their quest for the Golden Fleece. This legendary figure's adventures were chronicled in various ancient texts, including the Argonautica by Apollonius of Rhodes, further cementing the name's place in literary and cultural history.

In the biblical tradition, Jason is mentioned as a Hebrew name in the book of Acts, referring to a Jewish Christian who provided hospitality to the Apostle Paul during his travels. This association with early Christianity may have influenced the name's adoption and spread throughout various regions.

The earliest recorded instances of the variant spelling Jaeson can be traced back to the late 16th century, with records showing individuals bearing this name in England and other parts of Europe. Notably, Jaeson Swinborne, an English politician and Member of Parliament, lived during the late 16th and early 17th centuries, serving as a representative for various constituencies between 1597 and 1622.

In the realm of literature, one of the most renowned individuals named Jaeson was Jaeson Coates, an English playwright and poet who lived from 1619 to 1685. His works, including plays and poetic collections, earned him recognition during the Restoration period in England.

Another notable figure was Jaeson Fitzwilliam, a British explorer and naturalist who embarked on expeditions to various parts of Africa and Asia in the late 18th century. His journals and accounts of his travels, published between 1780 and 1795, provided valuable insights into the flora, fauna, and indigenous cultures of the regions he visited.

In the field of music, Jaeson Clemens, a German composer and organist born in 1735, made significant contributions to the development of sacred music during the Classical period. His compositions for organ and choir were widely performed and admired throughout Europe during his lifetime.

Lastly, Jaeson Thorne, a Scottish painter and portraitist who lived from 1810 to 1892, gained widespread acclaim for his depictions of prominent figures and landscapes. His works can be found in various galleries and private collections, showcasing his mastery of the art form during the Victorian era.

People

Jaeson + last name combinations

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FAQ

Jaeson: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Jaeson?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 595 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaeson 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 576,058 US residents.

Is Jaeson a common name?

We classify Jaeson as "Very Rare". It ranks above 86.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 611 babies have been registered with this name.

When was Jaeson most popular?

The single biggest year for Jaeson was 2010, when 23 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaeson is about 26 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.

Is Jaeson a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaeson 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.

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