Jackson
Jackson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈd͡ʒæksən/ · [ˈd͡ʒæksən] ~ [ˈd͡ʒæksn̩]
Meaning and origin of Jackson
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Jack + -son.
How popular is Jackson?
Since 1880, 778 girls and 297,220 boys in the U.S. have been named Jackson (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2570 in 2004. Its highest rank for boys was #14 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #36 for boys, with 6,597 babies given the name.
Names similar to Jackson
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Jackson FAQ
What does the name Jackson mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname. From Jack + -son.
What is the origin of the name Jackson?
Jackson is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Jackson?
Since 1880, 778 girls and 297,220 boys in the U.S. have been named Jackson (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2570 in 2004. Its highest rank for boys was #14 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #36 for boys, with 6,597 babies given the name.
Is Jackson a boy or girl name?
Jackson is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 778 girls and 297,220 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.