Rising since 2009, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Jameison since 1969
Babies named Jameison per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 53 |
| 2020s | 35 |
Meaning & origin
Jameison is a modern surname-style given name that first entered U.S. records in 1969. It peaked in popularity in 2015, and has been on a rising trajectory since 2009. As of 2025, it ranks 10,695, with a frequency of 1 in 284,679 births. The name's spelling variation sets it apart from the more common Jameson and Jamison, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name. Though it has no consistent top states, its usage aligns with the broader trend of patronymic surnames as first names.
Jameison is a variant spelling of Jameson, an English patronymic surname meaning 'son of James'. The surname Jameson arose in medieval Scotland and England as a patronymic for someone named James, derived from the Hebrew name Jacob. As a given name, Jameison emerged in the late 20th century, reflecting the trend of using surnames as first names, often paired with modern spellings.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jamie, Jay, Jamey
Sibling names for Jameison
Names that share Jameison's style, for a brother or sister.
