Rising since 1994, #539 for boys today.
Popularity of Kaison since 1989
Babies named Kaison per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 49 |
| 2000s | 438 |
| 2010s | 3,054 |
| 2020s | 3,636 |
Meaning & origin
Kaison is an American invention that has carved out a steady niche since it first appeared in records in 1989. The name fits squarely within the popular 'K + son' pattern that also produced Kyson and Kason. Its trajectory has been consistently rising since 1994, reaching its peak rank of 539 in 2020. In 2025, it still holds that rank, and a child named Kaison is one in every 3067 births. The name enjoys particular favor in Hawaii, Mississippi, and Alabama, suggesting a regional Southern and island appeal. Parents drawn to Kaison often pair it with sibling names like Kinsley or Grayson, reinforcing the modern, surname-inspired style. Though its origins are deliberately obscure, Kaison's steady climb reflects a broader taste for names that sound freshly coined yet familiar, striking a balance between uniqueness and approachability.
The name Kaison first appeared in U.S. records in 1989 and has since risen in use. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly formed by combining the popular 'K' initial with the fashionable '-son' suffix, or an altered spelling of Cason (itself a surname or place name). Its rise in the 1990s and 2000s mirrors trends for invented names with strong, simple sounds.
Where Kaison is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Kaison” around the world
Where Kaison lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kai, Kace
Sibling names for Kaison
Names that share Kaison's style, for a brother or sister.
