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Jettison

♂ Boy

Pronounced JET-ih-sun /ˈdʒɛt.ɪ.sən/Medium

Meaning: A modern given name built on Jett (the deep-black gem/'black') with a -son/-ison ending; the English word 'jettison' means 'to throw overboard'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A modern Jett + -ison name: Jettison is a rare, bold name. Warm and contemporary (said 'JET-ih-sun'). Routes layered.
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Origin LowModern coinage, English
MeaningA modern given name built on Jett (the deep-black gem/'black') with a -son/-ison ending; the English word 'jettison' means 'to throw overboard'; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#10308 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 13

History & Origin

Jettison reads as a modern name built on Jett (the deep-black gem/'black') with a -son/-ison ending (the English word 'jettison' means 'to throw overboard') (routes layered). A bold name (said 'JET-ih-sun').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely and recently. Rare, a Jett- name, and bold.

Did you know? Jettison is a modern name built on Jett (the deep-black gem) with a -son/-ison ending — the English word 'jettison' means 'to throw overboard' — a bold, contemporary choice (routes layered; said 'JET-ih-sun').
Overall data confidence 30%
References — Jettison — Modern Jett + -ison name; routes layered

Variations

JetisonJettson

Nicknames

Jett

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jettison mean?

Jettison is a modern Jett + -ison name (the word 'jettison' means 'to throw overboard'). The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Jettison?

It's said JET-ih-sun /ˈdʒɛt.ɪ.sən/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Jettison a boy or girl name?

Jettison is a boy's name.

How popular is Jettison?

Jettison is a very rare name in the U.S.

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