Declining since 2009, #5,608 for boys today.
Popularity of Jaison since 1968
Babies named Jaison per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2008, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jaison's real moment was 1980.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 15 |
| 1970s | 309 |
| 1980s | 276 |
| 1990s | 253 |
| 2000s | 454 |
| 2010s | 340 |
| 2020s | 138 |
Meaning & origin
Jaison is a modern respelling of the classic name Jason, which has been in use since ancient Greek times. While the standard Jason has been a perennial favorite, ranking in the top 100 for much of the late 20th century, the variant Jaison is far less common. Records show it first appeared in 1968, with its peak popularity in 1980. Since 2009, its usage has been declining, mirroring the trajectory of many traditional names as parents increasingly favor newer or more unique choices. In 2025, Jaison ranked 5,608, with only about 1 in 106,755 boys bearing the name. It has not been concentrated in any particular state, suggesting it is a scattered choice.
Jaison is a modern variant spelling of Jason, which derives from the Greek name Iason (Ιάσων), meaning 'healer'. In Greek mythology, Jason was the leader of the Argonauts who sought the Golden Fleece. The name was common in the ancient world and revived in English-speaking countries in the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jay
Sibling names for Jaison
Names that share Jaison's style, for a brother or sister.
