Mayson Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Mayson has its roots in Old French, originating from the word for 'stone worker' or 'builder.' It evolved through various forms, including Maçon and Mason, before becoming the modern name Mayson. Its meaning pertains to craftsmanship and strength. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name. Mayson has seen a rise in popularity since the late 20th century and is often viewed as a modern and stylish choice among parents today.
The name Mayson is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Mayson has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mayson' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6096th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1301st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 936th 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 3479th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4355th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mayson' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mayson"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪsən/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Mayson is derived from the Old French word 'maçon,' which means 'stone worker' or 'builder.' It was originally a surname that referred to someone who worked with stone.
Meaning
builder, stone worker
Language Evolution
Maçon (Old French), Mason (Middle English), Mayson (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Mayson gained popularity as a given name in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often seen as a modern variation of the traditional name Mason.
Variants & Derivatives
Mason, Mace, Maysen
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mayson is perceived as a trendy and contemporary name. It carries a sense of craftsmanship and strength associated with its meaning.
Famous People
Mayson F. G. Ainsworth, a noted American author, Mayson K. Smith, a prominent figure in modern architecture
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mayson"
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 "Mayson"
"Mayson" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6096th of 16616 | 102 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1301st of 24088 | 1,871 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 936th of 23106 | 2,772 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11664th of 27321 | 72 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3479th of 35406 | 684 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4355th of 30306 | 393 |
Regional Popularity of "Mayson" 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) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.60% 1173rd/4582 |
30.40% 1570th/5164 |
18.71% 1368th/7313 |
18.06% 1348th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
24.80% 988th/3984 |
20.10% 902nd/4487 |
13.09% 893rd/6822 |
16.57% 1040th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Mayson" 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) |
85.27% 3907th/4582 |
81.41% 4204th/5164 |
51.91% 3796th/7313 |
69.90% 5217th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
72.91% 4974th/6822 |
74.49% 4675th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mayson"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mayson" 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.