Aeson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aeson is a Greek name meaning 'healer' and is historically linked to ancient Greek mythology, specifically as the father of Jason. The name has evolved from Aisōn in Ancient Greek to its current English form. It is associated with qualities of healing and heroism, though it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Aeson is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aeson has been stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aeson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6940th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2675th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aeson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aeson"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪsən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Aeson is derived from the Greek name Aisōn, which is believed to mean 'healer' or 'to heal'. In Greek mythology, Aeson was the father of Jason, the leader of the Argonauts.
Meaning
healer
Language Evolution
Aisōn (Ancient Greek), Aeson (English)
Historical Usage
Aeson gained popularity in Western culture primarily due to its association with Greek mythology, particularly through the story of Jason and the Argonauts, dating back to ancient times.
Variants & Derivatives
Aeson's, Aesun
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Aeson is relatively uncommon but is viewed as unique and has a strong mythological connection, often associated with heroism and adventure.
Famous People
Aeson in Greek mythology
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aeson"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aeson"
"Aeson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6940th of 24088 | 161 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2675th of 23106 | 571 |
Regional Popularity of "Aeson" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
62.48% 4663rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
37.12% 2532nd/6822 |
38.37% 2408th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aeson" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aeson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aeson" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.