Holding steady.
Popularity of Jacson since 1977
Babies named Jacson per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 14 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 100 |
| 2010s | 68 |
| 2020s | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Jacson is a modern respelling of Jackson, a surname-turned-given name that has become widely popular in recent decades. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1977, but it has never reached the top 1000, with its peak year being 2009. The trajectory of its usage has been stable, indicating a small but consistent number of parents choosing this spelling. While Jackson itself ranks among the top names, Jacson remains a rare variant, appealing to those who prefer a slightly different look or a simplified spelling.
Jacson is an alternate spelling of Jackson, an English surname meaning 'son of Jack'. Jack itself is a medieval diminutive of John, ultimately from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. The name Jackson has been used as a given name since the 19th century, and spellings like Jacson emerged as modern variations.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jack, Jax
Sibling names for Jacson
Names that share Jacson's style, for a brother or sister.
