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Jameson

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Pronounced JAY-mə-sən /ˈdʒeɪ.mə.sən/High

Meaning: From the surname Jameson — 'son of James', from Hebrew Yaakov, 'supplanter'; predominantly a boys' name; here for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: Son of James: Jameson is 'son of James (the supplanter)'. Crisp and modern; predominantly a boys' name, here for girls.
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Origin MediumHebrew, English
MeaningFrom the surname Jameson — 'son of James', from Hebrew Yaakov, 'supplanter'; predominantly a boys' name; here for girls
U.S. rank (2024)#5493 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births23 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,187

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201719812024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Jameson comes from the surname Jameson — 'son of James', from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob), 'supplanter, holder of the heel'. A crisp, modern surname-name (the Jameson whiskey); predominantly a boys' name, here covered for girls honestly (slug distinguished); nicknames Jamie or Jem.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, son-of-James at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Jameson means 'son of James' (James from Hebrew Yaakov, 'supplanter') — a crisp surname-name (the Jameson whiskey) — predominantly a boys' name, increasingly given to girls (which we flag).
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name — Jameson — root etymology

Variations

JamiesonJamisonJameson

Nicknames

JamieJem

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jameson mean?

Jameson means 'son of James (supplanter)'.

How do you pronounce Jameson?

It's said JAY-mə-sən /ˈdʒeɪ.mə.sən/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Jameson a boy or girl name?

Jameson is predominantly a boys' name; this page covers its use for girls.

How popular is Jameson?

Jameson is rare for girls in the U.S.

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