Jackson

Boy's name

Jackson is of English origin, derived from the surname meaning "son of Jack." It has been used as a given name since the 19th century.

Meaning Son of Jack
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 6,876 Falling
Peak year 2013

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Jackson Pollock - Abstract expressionist painter.
  • Jackson Browne - Singer-songwriter.
  • Jackson Wang - K-pop singer and dancer.
  • Jackson Rathbone - Actor in "Twilight" series.
  • Jackson Galaxy - Cat behaviorist on TV show "My Cat From Hell."
  • Jackson Martinez - Colombian soccer player.
  • Jackson Hurst - Actor in TV show "Drop Dead Diva."
  • Jackson Nicoll - Child actor in "Bad Grandpa."
  • Jackson Brundage - Actor in TV show "One Tree Hill."
  • Jackson Pace - Actor in TV show "Homeland."

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Names with similar meaning to Jackson

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