Find out how popular the first name Jeson has been for the last 32 years (from 1981 to 2012) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jeson by gender

Based on the last 32 years of data, Jeson is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2012, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jeson.

The history of the first name Jeson

The name Jeson is believed to have its origins in the ancient Greek language. It is derived from the Greek name 'Iason', which was the name of a mythological hero in Greek mythology, Jason, who led the Argonauts in their quest for the Golden Fleece. The name Iason is thought to be derived from the Greek verb 'iásthai', meaning 'to heal'.

The earliest known reference to the name Jeson can be found in the writings of the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who lived in the 5th century BCE. Herodotus mentions a Persian prince named Jeson, who was a contemporary of the Greek philosopher Pythagoras.

In the Middle Ages, the name Jeson was adopted by several European cultures, including the French and the English. One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Jeson in English is from the 13th century, when a knight named Jeson de Wynton was mentioned in the chronicles of the time.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Jeson. One of the most famous was Jeson de Brie (1345-1411), a French philosopher and theologian who was a prominent figure in the intellectual circles of Paris during the late Middle Ages.

Another notable figure was Jeson Smythe (1567-1629), an English explorer who was part of the first successful English colony in North America, at Jamestown, Virginia. Smythe played a crucial role in establishing trade relations with the native tribes in the area.

In the 18th century, Jeson Wren (1712-1784) was a renowned English architect who designed several iconic buildings in London, including St. Paul's Cathedral and the Royal Naval College in Greenwich.

In the field of literature, Jeson Sterne (1813-1888) was a celebrated English novelist and satirist, best known for his novel 'The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman'.

Finally, Jeson Rockefeller (1839-1937) was an American industrialist and philanthropist who founded the Standard Oil Company and became one of the wealthiest individuals in modern history.

Data source

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