MallowbyNames

Ason

AY-son · of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Jason or a modern coinage

2025 rank (boys)
#5,208
Babies named in 2025
18
Peak popularity
2022
2025 frequency
1 in 94,893 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #5,208 for boys today.

Popularity of Ason since 1881

Babies named Ason per year in U.S. Social Security records.

142842192019602000Most births 2022GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1880s300
1890s50
1900s60
1910s00
1920s00
1930s00
1940s00
1950s00
1960s00
1970s086
1980s093
1990s06
2000s057
2010s073
2020s0154

Meaning & origin

Ason is an uncommon name in the United States, first recorded in 1970. It reached its peak popularity in 2022, though it remains extremely rare. In 2025, approximately 1 in 94893 newborns were named Ason, placing it at rank 5208. The name has shown a stable trajectory in recent years, with no single state showing a notable concentration. Ason likely emerged as a modern creative spelling, possibly influenced by names like Jason or Mason. Its precise origin is uncertain, giving it a contemporary feel without deep historical roots.

Ason is likely a modern invention, possibly a respelling of Jason or a shortened form of names like Mason. It has been used sporadically in the United States since 1970, reflecting a trend of creating distinctive-sounding names by dropping initial consonants.

Sibling names for Ason

Names that share Ason's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Lena, Nora, Maya, Aria, Sage

Brothers: Jay, Cole, Miles, Ezra, Blake

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Ason mean?
The origin and meaning of Ason are uncertain. It may be a modern variant of Jason or simply a unique coinage without a specific meaning.
How popular is Ason?
Ason is very rare. In 2025, it ranked 5208th in the U.S., with an estimated 1 in 94893 newborns given the name.
Is Ason a boy's name?
Ason is predominantly used for boys, though its rarity allows for unisex use.