Declining since 2013, #3,658 for boys today.
Popularity of Jacen since 1970
Babies named Jacen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 84 |
| 1980s | 66 |
| 1990s | 184 |
| 2000s | 711 |
| 2010s | 1,157 |
| 2020s | 278 |
Meaning & origin
Jacen is a modern coinage that first appeared in the 1970s, reflecting the late-20th-century trend of creating distinctive names by adding the -en suffix to fashionable roots. It peaked in popularity in 2013, when it ranked highest, but has since been falling in use. In 2025, it ranked 3,658, with approximately 1 in 56,936 newborns receiving the name, placing it well outside the top 1,000. While its sound echoes the classic Jason, its construction as a modern invention gives it a contemporary feel. The name has no strong regional concentration, as it appears across the United States without dominating any state. Jacen remains a rare but recognizable choice for parents seeking a unique variant of popular names like Jace or Jason.
Jacen is a modern coinage of the late 20th century, likely formed from the trendy root 'Jace' (itself a short form or respelling of Jason) combined with the popular -en suffix. It first appeared in the 1970s and saw a rise in usage in the 2000s and early 2010s, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jace
Sibling names for Jacen
Names that share Jacen's style, for a brother or sister.
