Janson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Janson originates from English roots and means 'son of Jan', with Jan being a form of John. It has evolved through historical forms such as Jan and John. Janson is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and it lacks significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Janson"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæn.sən/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Janson is derived from the given name Jan, which is a form of John. The suffix '-son' indicates 'son of', thus meaning 'son of Jan' or 'son of John'.
Meaning
son of Jan
Language Evolution
Jan, John, Janson
Historical Usage
Janson gained popularity as a surname in England during the Middle Ages, particularly among those of Scandinavian descent. It has become more common in modern times as a first name.
Variants & Derivatives
Janson, Janssen, Johnson
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Janson is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
John Janson, an acclaimed artist, Janson Wu, a noted activist
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 35 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Janson"
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 "Janson"
"Janson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3038th of 10718 | 178 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2839th of 16616 | 336 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3961st of 24088 | 362 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4445th of 23106 | 272 |
Regional Popularity of "Janson" 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) |
- | - | - |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
63.45% 4640th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
66.11% 4510th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Janson" 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 "Janson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Janson" 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 "Janson" in the United States
The name Janson is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Janson has been 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Janson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3038th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2839th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3961st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4445th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Janson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.