Jansen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jansen is a Dutch surname meaning 'son of Jan', which itself is a variant of John. The name has evolved from Old Dutch through Middle Dutch to its current form. It is associated with a patronymic tradition and has gained popularity in the Netherlands since the medieval period. The name does not have biblical relevance but carries a strong cultural significance in Dutch heritage. Notable figures with this surname include politicians and actors.
The name Jansen is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jansen 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, 'Jansen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5937th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3185th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1918th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2330th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2814th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11664th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11266th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jansen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jansen"
Pronunciation
/ˈjæn.sən/
Origin
Dutch
Etymology
The name Jansen is derived from the Dutch given name Jan, which is a variant of the name John. The suffix '-sen' means 'son of', indicating a patronymic origin.
Meaning
son of Jan
Language Evolution
Jan (Old Dutch), Jans (Middle Dutch), Jansen (Modern Dutch)
Historical Usage
The name Jansen gained popularity in the Netherlands and among Dutch-speaking communities from the late medieval period onward, particularly as a patronymic surname.
Variants & Derivatives
Jans, Janssen, Jansen
Modern Popularity & Image
Jansen is a common surname in the Netherlands and among Dutch descendants worldwide, often associated with a sense of heritage and tradition.
Famous People
Jan Jansen, Dutch politician, Jansen Panettiere, American actor, Jansen, a notable figure in Dutch sports
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jansen"
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 "Jansen"
"Jansen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5937th of 7552 | 17 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3185th of 10718 | 165 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1918th of 16616 | 588 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2330th of 24088 | 796 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2814th of 23106 | 524 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11664th of 27321 | 72 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11266th of 35406 | 131 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Jansen" 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) |
51.02% 1880th/3685 |
53.68% 2402nd/4475 |
36.58% 1900th/5194 |
50.70% 3203rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.73% 2737th/4582 |
- |
28.22% 2064th/7313 |
57.18% 4267th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.57% 2692nd/3984 |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
47.80% 3261st/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jansen" 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 "Jansen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jansen" 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.