Masen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Masen is an English name derived from the Old French surname 'Mason', meaning 'stone worker' or 'builder'. It has evolved through various historical forms, maintaining a connection to craftsmanship. The name does not have biblical relevance. In contemporary society, it is viewed as a modern and unique choice, with notable figures bearing the name.
The name Masen 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 MidWest 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, Masen 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, 'Masen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6304th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1325th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1595th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15827th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20672nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Masen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Masen"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪsən/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Masen is derived from the Old French surname 'Mason', which means 'stone worker' or 'builder'. This surname was originally given to those who worked with stone.
Meaning
stone worker, builder
Language Evolution
Mason (Old French), Mason (Middle English), Masen (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Masen has gained popularity in the modern era as a variation of Mason, particularly in the 21st century as unique names have become more favored.
Variants & Derivatives
Mason, Macey, Mace
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Masen is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with strength and craftsmanship, reflecting the original meaning related to construction and building.
Famous People
Masen Hurst (athlete), Masen McDonald (entrepreneur)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Masen"
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 "Masen"
"Masen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6304th of 16616 | 96 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1325th of 24088 | 1,837 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1595th of 23106 | 1,266 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15827th of 35406 | 69 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 20672nd of 30306 | 23 |
Regional Popularity of "Masen" 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) |
24.18% 1108th/4582 |
34.68% 1791st/5164 |
21.71% 1588th/7313 |
16.05% 1198th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
35.59% 1418th/3984 |
38.91% 1746th/4487 |
24.89% 1698th/6822 |
28.84% 1810th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Masen" 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 "Masen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Masen" 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.