Kaeson
A Korean masculine name meaning "a man of grace and wisdom".
Name Census estimates that about 1,063 living Americans carry the first name Kaeson. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kaeson today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kaeson births was 2014 (77 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kaeson. 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.
Key insights
- • Kaeson is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 10 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.1K
~ 1 in 322,441 Americans
Peak year
2014
77 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2024 SSA rank
#2,449
Tracked since 1999
Popularity
Kaeson: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kaeson from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 620 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Kaeson remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kaeson 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 Kaeson during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kaesons live
The SSA's state-level files cover 11 states and territories. Texas, California, Florida recorded the most babies named Kaeson, while Washington, Ohio, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 22 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kaeson
The given name Kaeson appears to have its origins in the Korean language. The name itself is a combination of two Korean words, "kae" meaning "apple" and "son" meaning "a pure or virtuous person". Thus, the name Kaeson can be interpreted to mean "a pure or virtuous person like an apple".
While the exact time period of the name's origin is uncertain, it is believed to have emerged during the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392) in Korea, when Korean culture and language experienced a significant renaissance. The name may have been inspired by the symbolism of apples in Korean folklore and literature, where they often represented purity, innocence, and virtue.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Kaeson can be found in the annals of the Goryeo dynasty, where a court official named Kaeson Kim (born circa 1150) is documented. However, the name does not seem to have gained widespread popularity until much later.
In more recent history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kaeson. One of the most well-known was Kaeson Park (1892-1965), a Korean independence activist and politician who played a significant role in the struggle against Japanese colonial rule in the early 20th century.
Another notable figure was Kaeson Choi (1919-1986), a renowned Korean painter and calligrapher who was celebrated for his fusion of traditional Korean art styles with modern techniques. His works are displayed in various museums and galleries across South Korea.
In the field of literature, Kaeson Kim (1932-2008) was a prominent Korean poet and novelist, known for his lyrical and introspective works that explored themes of identity, nature, and the human condition. He was the recipient of several prestigious literary awards in South Korea.
More recently, Kaeson Lee (born 1978) is a South Korean actor and comedian who has gained popularity for his roles in numerous television shows and films, known for his comedic timing and versatility as a performer.
Lastly, Kaeson Pak (born 1985) is a South Korean professional baseball player who has played for various teams in the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) league, renowned for his power hitting and defensive skills as an outfielder.
While the name Kaeson may not be as common as some other Korean names, it carries a rich cultural heritage and has been borne by individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields throughout history.
People
Kaeson + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kaeson as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kaeson: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kaeson?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,063 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kaeson 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 322,441 US residents.
Is Kaeson a common name?
We classify Kaeson as "Rare". It ranks above 90.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,071 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kaeson most popular?
The single biggest year for Kaeson was 2014, when 77 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kaeson is about 10 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kaeson a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kaeson 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.