Jaydon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jaydon is a modern English name derived from Jaden, which has Hebrew roots meaning 'thankful' or 'he will judge'. The name has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in recent decades as part of a trend towards unique names. It does not have biblical relevance, and is associated with a youthful and creative image.
The name Jaydon is most popular in Utah, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jaydon has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jaydon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9749th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4853rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 546th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1271st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8991st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23432nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jaydon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaydon"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪdən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Jaydon is a modern name that is a variation of the name Jaden, which has roots in Hebrew. It combines elements that suggest a meaning related to 'thankful' or 'he will judge'.
Meaning
thankful, he will judge
Language Evolution
Jadon, Jaden, Jaydon
Historical Usage
Jaydon gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend towards modern, unique names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jaden, Jadon, Jayden
Modern Popularity & Image
Jaydon is perceived as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with youth and creativity.
Famous People
Jaydon Sancho - English professional footballer, Jaydon Mickens - American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaydon"
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 "Jaydon"
"Jaydon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9749th of 10718 | 8 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4853rd of 16616 | 152 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 546th of 24088 | 7,091 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1271st of 23106 | 1,784 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8991st of 35406 | 186 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 23432nd of 30306 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaydon" 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) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
52.49% 3316th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
11.50% 527th/4582 |
12.10% 625th/5164 |
7.12% 521st/7313 |
7.81% 583rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.33% 1288th/3984 |
36.77% 1650th/4487 |
16.80% 1146th/6822 |
21.65% 1359th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaydon" 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 "Jaydon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaydon" 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.