Jones
Jones: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /dอกสษสnz/ ยท /dอกสoสnz/
Meaning and origin of Jones
- An English and Welsh surname originating as a patronymic derived from the given name John.
Etymology
Genitive of John.
How popular is Jones?
Since 1880, 138 girls and 5,357 boys in the U.S. have been named Jones (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5033 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #533 in 1884. In 2025 it ranked #811 for boys, with 332 babies given the name.
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Jones FAQ
What does the name Jones mean?
An English and Welsh surname originating as a patronymic derived from the given name John. Genitive of John.
What is the origin of the name Jones?
Jones is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Jones?
Since 1880, 138 girls and 5,357 boys in the U.S. have been named Jones (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #5033 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #533 in 1884. In 2025 it ranked #811 for boys, with 332 babies given the name.
Is Jones a boy or girl name?
Jones is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 138 girls and 5,357 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.