Jakson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jakson is a modern English variant of the name Jackson, which means 'son of Jack'. It evolved from the Latin Iacobus through Old French Jacques and Middle English Jack. The name is associated with traits of strength and leadership, particularly due to historical figures like Andrew Jackson. It has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jakson"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæk.sən/
Origin
English
Etymology
Jakson is a variant of the name Jackson, which means 'son of Jack'. The name Jack itself is derived from the Old French name Jacques, which comes from the Latin name Iacobus, meaning 'supplanter'.
Meaning
son of Jack
Language Evolution
Iacobus (Latin), Jacques (Old French), Jack (Middle English), Jackson (Early Modern English), Jakson (Modern English variant)
Historical Usage
The name Jackson gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in the United States, due in part to the influence of President Andrew Jackson.
Variants & Derivatives
Jackson, Jaxon, Jaxson, Jack
Modern Popularity & Image
Jakson is viewed as a modern, trendy variation of the traditional name Jackson, appealing to contemporary naming preferences.
Famous People
Jackson Pollock (American painter), Andrew Jackson (7th President of the United States), Michael Jackson (American singer)
📊 Jakson Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Jakson Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 57 peak births in 2011
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jakson"
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 "Jakson"
"Jakson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12331st of 16616 | 17 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3160th of 24088 | 510 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3669th of 23106 | 357 |
Regional Popularity of "Jakson" 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) |
58.53% 2682nd/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
53.40% 3905th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
57.64% 3932nd/6822 |
60.40% 3791st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jakson" 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 "Jakson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jakson" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jakson" in the United States
The name Jakson is most popular in Utah, 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, Jakson has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jakson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12331st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3160th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3669th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jakson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.