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  JACKSON

The meaning of the unisex name Jackson is SON OF JACK.

Details on JACKSON:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Son of jack
Popularity for Boy:
52nd in the USA (top 1%)
Popularity for Girl:
10813th in the USA (top 35%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

6,876 births
JACKSON as a BOY in 2024
20 births
JACKSON as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of JACKSON:

The name Jackson is a Scottish baby name. In Scottish the meaning of the name Jackson is: God has been gracious; has shown favor. Based on John or Jacques.
Scottish meaning
The name Jackson is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Jackson is: God has been gracious; has shown favor. Based on John or Jacques.
American meaning
The name Jackson is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Jackson is: Son of Jack.
English meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for JACKSON:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JACKSON

 JACKSON as a boy

YearBoy Births
20246876 births
20237325 births
20228114 births
20219279 births
20209131 births
201910169 births
201810423 births
201710356 births
201611262 births
201512258 births
201412210 births
201312585 births
201212483 births
201112395 births
201011817 births
200912115 births

 JACKSON as a girl

YearGirl Births
202420 births
202319 births
202222 births
202118 births
202019 births
201926 births
201829 births
201726 births
201626 births
201524 births
201425 births
201316 births
201222 births
201128 births
201023 births
200921 births

About the name JACKSON

Jackson, a name steeped in history and charm, derives from the Old English surname meaning "son of Jack." With roots that stretch back to medieval England, it evokes a sense of strength and resilience, embodying the spirit of those who bear it. The name has flourished across various cultures, finding a particular resonance in the United States, where it has become synonymous with adventure and leadership, thanks in part to figures like President Andrew Jackson. Beyond the borders of America, Jackson is embraced in Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom, weaving its way through diverse geographies and communities. Symbolically, Jackson stands for the qualities of courage and determination, making it a fitting choice for a child destined to make their mark on the world. As you consider this name, envision a future filled with possibility, where your little Jackson might explore vast landscapes and forge their own path, embodying the legacy of those who have carried this name before them.

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