Jackson
Jackson first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2013, when 12,610 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 6,582.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Jackson popular?
Declining Jackson is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2013 peak.
| 2020s | 47,360 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 116,264 | |
| 2000s | 94,488 | |
| 1990s | 23,595 | |
| 1980s | 3,224 | |
| 1970s | 1,580 | |
| 1960s | 992 | |
| 1950s | 1,347 | |
| 1940s | 1,791 | |
| 1930s | 1,713 | |
| 1920s | 2,327 | |
| 1910s | 1,453 | |
| 1900s | 404 | |
| 1890s | 311 | |
| 1880s | 371 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Jackson mean?
Jackson is an English surname meaning “son of Jack (John).” Associated with figures such as President Andrew Jackson, it has surged as a first name in recent decades.
Nicknames for Jackson
- Jack
- Jax
Variants & spellings
- Jaxon
- Jaxson
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jackson mean?
Jackson means Son of Jack. Jackson is an English surname meaning “son of Jack (John).” Associated with figures such as President Andrew Jackson, it has surged as a first name in recent decades.
What is the origin of the name Jackson?
Jackson is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Jackson?
Jackson is pronounced “JAK-sun.”
Is Jackson a boy or a girl name?
Jackson is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Jackson a popular name right now?
Jackson is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2013 peak.
How popular is the name Jackson?
In 2025, Jackson ranked #36 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Jackson most popular?
Jackson was most popular in 2013, when about 12,610 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Jackson?
Common nicknames for Jackson include Jack, Jax.
What names are similar to Jackson?
Names similar to Jackson include Hudson, Grayson, Mason, Carson.
What names go well with Jackson?
English names that pair well with Jackson include Dorothy, Nancy, Edward, Joan, Mason.