boy name · English origin
Mason
/ MAY-sun /
Meaning
Mason means Stoneworker (English).
Gender
Boy
Origin
English
Pronunciation
MAY-sun
Popularity
#39 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Mason in the US, 1880–2025
Mason first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2011, when 19,530 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 6,291.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Mason mean?
Mason is an English occupational surname for a worker in stone.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mason mean?
Mason means Stoneworker. Mason is an English occupational surname for a worker in stone.
What is the origin of the name Mason?
Mason is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Mason?
Mason is pronounced “MAY-sun.”
Is Mason a boy or a girl name?
Mason is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Mason?
In 2025, Mason ranked #39 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Mason most popular?
Mason was most popular in 2011, when about 19,530 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.