Jackson
English boy's name meaning “son of Jack (John)”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- English
- Meaning
- son of Jack (John)
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 7
- US rank (2023)
- #28
- Born in 2023
- 7,325
Meaning & origin
Jackson is a surname meaning 'son of Jack', itself a form of John ('God is gracious').
Popularity
In the latest US data, Jackson ranked #28 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 7,325 US boys were given the name Jackson.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #16 in 2013
“Unranked” means Jackson was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
See more boy names starting with J.
Nicknames
Jack, Jax
Jackson: frequently asked questions
What does the name Jackson mean?
Jackson is a English name meaning "son of Jack (John)". Jackson is a surname meaning 'son of Jack', itself a form of John ('God is gracious').
Where does the name Jackson come from?
Jackson is of English origin. Jackson is a surname meaning 'son of Jack', itself a form of John ('God is gracious').
Is Jackson a boy or a girl name?
Jackson is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Jackson?
In 2023, 7,325 US boys were given the name Jackson.
Is Jackson a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Jackson ranked #28 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Jackson?
Common nicknames for Jackson include Jack, Jax.