Declining since 2017, #1,539 for boys today.
Popularity of Eason since 1918
Babies named Eason per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 10 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 25 |
| 1990s | 56 |
| 2000s | 337 |
| 2010s | 1,595 |
| 2020s | 806 |
Meaning & origin
Eason is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1918 and peaking in popularity in 2016. Since 2017, its usage has been steadily declining, reflecting a trajectory away from the peak. As of 2025, it ranks 1,539th nationally, with approximately 1 in 15,251 newborns receiving the name. The name is most common in California, New York, and Tennessee, suggesting regional appeal in diverse urban areas. While its exact meaning is unclear, Eason likely originated as a surname, either drawn from the English place name Easton or the Irish O'Heasin. It fits a modern trend of using surnames as first names, similar to Mason or Carson, but remains far less common.
Eason is a rare given name that likely originated as a variant of the surname Eason, itself an anglicized form of the Irish O'Heasin meaning 'descendant of Heasin'. It may also be a transferred use of the place name Easton. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1918 and saw a peak in popularity in 2016.
Where Eason is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ease
Variants: Easton
Sibling names for Eason
Names that share Eason's style, for a brother or sister.
