Jameson Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated June 7, 2024
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Fact: Jameson is sometimes used in cultural references, such as the character J. Jonah Jameson in the Spider-Man series, who is known for his strong personality and memorable presence.

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A Deep Dive

Jameson Overview

Meaning

Son of James, supplanter

Gender

Boy

Origin

English

Etymology

Derived from the English surname meaning “son of James,” with James itself coming from the Hebrew name “Ya’aqov.”

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˈdʒeɪmsən/

Popularity

Jameson is a name gaining popularity, particularly in English-speaking countries. Recently, Jameson has ranked within the top 100 names for boys in the USA.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

7 letters

Numerology

5 (Visionary, Expansive, Adventurous)

Name Styles

Modern, Cool, Unique, Cute

Associated Traits

Strong, charismatic, dependable, intelligent

Name Day

July 25th
A Deep Dive

Jameson Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Jamison, Jamieson, Jaimison, Jaimieson, Jamisen, Jamesin

Common Nicknames

James, Jamie, Jamey, Sonny

Diminutives

Jay, Jimmy, Jam, Jem

Famous People

  • Jameson Parker
    (American Actor)
  • Jameson Adams
    (British Explorer)
  • Jameson Taillon
    (American Baseball Player)
  • Jameson Blake
    (Filipino-American Actor)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Jameson"
    (Song)
  • "Jameson's Journey"
    (Children's Book)
  • J. Jonah Jameson
    ("Spider-Man," Film Series)
  • Jameson Locke
    ("Halo: Nightfall," TV Series)
  • Jameson Rook
    ("Heat Wave," Novel)

Places

  • Jameson City
    (Missouri, USA)
  • Jameson Land
    (Greenland, Denmark)
  • Jameson Lake
    (Washington, USA)
  • Jameson Range
    (Western Australia, Australia)

What Is the Meaning of Jameson?

Jameson means “son of James” or “supplanter.” People named Jameson are often seen as dependable and strong-willed, with a natural ability to take charge and influence others positively.

What Is the Origin of The Name Jameson?

Jameson has English origins. It is a patronymic surname derived from “James,” which itself comes from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning “supplanter.” The name became popular as a given name, reflecting a rich history and tradition.

Jameson Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Jameson in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#852022#1032023
Top 3 Rankings#772019#792020#812021

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Jameson

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023103
(-18 from 2022)
3471
(-597 from 2022)
0.18955
202285
(-4 from 2021)
4068
(-230 from 2021)
0.21719
202181
(-2 from 2020)
4298
(-104 from 2020)
0.22940
202079
(-2 from 2019)
4402
(-270 from 2019)
0.23799
201977
(+14 from 2018)
4672
(+423 from 2018)
0.24311
201891
(+9 from 2017)
4249
(+318 from 2017)
0.21860
2017100
(+28 from 2016)
3931
(+649 from 2016)
0.19862
2016128
(+16 from 2015)
3282
(+429 from 2015)
0.16202
2015144
(+16 from 2014)
2853
(+255 from 2014)
0.13955
2014160
(+21 from 2013)
2598
(+362 from 2013)
0.12678
2013181
(+27 from 2012)
2236
(+414 from 2012)
0.11065
2012208
(+2 from 2011)
1822
(+159 from 2011)
0.08979
2011210
(+67 from 2010)
1663
(+434 from 2010)
0.08186
2010277
(+40 from 2009)
1229
(+224 from 2009)
0.05982
2009317
(+61 from 2008)
1005
(+194 from 2008)
0.04739
2008378
(+10 from 2007)
811
(+32 from 2007)
0.03719
2007388
(+37 from 2006)
779
(+111 from 2006)
0.03517
2006425
(+61 from 2005)
668
(+155 from 2005)
0.03047
2005486
(+30 from 2004)
513
(+48 from 2004)
0.02411
2004516
(+40 from 2003)
465
(+62 from 2003)
0.02200
2003556
(+63 from 2002)
403
(+85 from 2002)
0.01918
2002619
(+1 from 2001)
318
(+12 from 2001)
0.01539
2001620
(+115 from 2000)
306
(+73 from 2000)
0.01479
2000735
(-4 from 1999)
233
(+10 from 1999)
0.01116
1999731
(-31 from 1998)
223
(-16 from 1998)
0.01094
1998700
(-27 from 1997)
239
(-3 from 1997)
0.01179
1997673
(+39 from 1996)
242
(+20 from 1996)
0.01211
1996712
(-35 from 1995)
222
(-21 from 1995)
0.01108
1995677
(+10 from 1994)
243
(+14 from 1994)
0.01208
1994687
(-16 from 1993)
229
(-6 from 1993)
0.01123
1993671
(+49 from 1992)
235
(+30 from 1992)
0.01138
1992720
(-108 from 1991)
205
(-73 from 1991)
0.00977
1991612
(+49 from 1990)
278
(+45 from 1990)
0.01312
1990661
(-1 from 1989)
233
(+3 from 1989)
0.01083
1989660
(-87 from 1988)
230
(-30 from 1988)
0.01097
1988573
(-52 from 1987)
260
(-34 from 1987)
0.01299
1987521
(-67 from 1986)
294
(-74 from 1986)
0.01508
1986454
(-39 from 1985)
368
(-54 from 1985)
0.01915
1985415
(+21 from 1984)
422
(+53 from 1984)
0.02193
1984436
(+26 from 1983)
369
(+41 from 1983)
0.01966
1983462
(+315 from 1982)
328
(+199 from 1982)
0.01760
1982777
(+176 from 1981)
129
(+40 from 1981)
0.00684
1981953
(+57 from 1980)
89
(+9 from 1980)
0.00478
19801010
(-45 from 1979)
80
(-4 from 1979)
0.00431
1979965
(+95 from 1978)
84
(+17 from 1978)
0.00469
19781060
(-165 from 1977)
67
(-23 from 1977)
0.00392
1977895
(+46 from 1976)
90
(+12 from 1976)
0.00527
1976941
(+4 from 1975)
78
(+3 from 1975)
0.00478
1975945
(-21 from 1974)
75
(-2 from 1974)
0.00462
1974924
(+8 from 1973)
77
(+2 from 1973)
0.00472
1973932
(+10 from 1972)
75
(+2 from 1972)
0.00465
1972942
(+37 from 1971)
73
(+4 from 1971)
0.00436
1971979
(+91 from 1970)
69
(+11 from 1970)
0.00380
19701070
(-119 from 1969)
58
(-7 from 1969)
0.00304
1969951
(+780 from 1968)
65
(+44 from 1968)
0.00355
19681731
(+409 from 1967)
21
(+7 from 1967)
0.00118
19672140
(-177 from 1966)
14
(-2 from 1966)
0.00079
19661963
(+406 from 1965)
16
(+4 from 1965)
0.00088
19652369
(+1234 from 1964)
12
(+6 from 1964)
0.00063
19643603
(-283 from 1963)
6
(-1 from 1963)
0.00030
19633320
(-1133 from 1962)
7
(-7 from 1962)
0.00034
19622187
(+519 from 1961)
14
(+4 from 1961)
0.00067
19612706
(+631 from 1960)
10
(+3 from 1960)
0.00046
19603337
(-302 from 1959)
7
(-1 from 1959)
0.00032
19593035
(-759 from 1957)
8
(-5 from 1957)
0.00037
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19572276
(+1610 from 1955)
13
(+8 from 1955)
0.00059
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19553886
(-1438 from 1954)
5
(-6 from 1954)
0.00024
19542448
(-57 from 1953)
11
No change from 1953
0.00053
19532391
(+1289 from 1950)
11
(+6 from 1950)
0.00055
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19503680
(-382 from 1949)
5
(-1 from 1949)
0.00027
19493298
(+435 from 1947)
6
(+1 from 1947)
0.00033
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19473733
(+138 from 1922)
5
(-1 from 1922)
0.00027
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19300
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19270
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19223871
First SSA data recorded
6
First SSA data recorded
0.00053
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Jameson

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#1112021#1212022#1502023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#1112021#1242022#1422023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#492021#552022#612023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#1192021#1192022#1172023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1142021#1112022#1252023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#742021#772022#992023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#642021#532022#522023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1102021#1112022#1242023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#672021#672022#1092023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#812021#972022#712023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#742021#682022#782023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#632021#852022#612023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#762021#572022#732023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#462021#472022#952023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1202021#1292022#1322023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#912021#802022#992023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#682021#422022#802023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#282021#442022#702023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#902021#1062022#962023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#672021#912022#1332023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#1052021#1182022#1462023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1122021#612022#1412023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#912021#962022#1092023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#592021#632022#802023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#762021#522022#782023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#682021#462022#902023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1252021#622022#762023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#562021#522022#582023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#442021#802022#542023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#812021#982022#752023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#632021#842022#752023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#502021#812022#1442023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#652021#1142022#2112023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#372021#922022#1032023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#262021#322022#812023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#782021#532022#872023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#452021#572022#712023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#312021#242022#732023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#482021#422022#462023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1142021#1092022#1182023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#452021#832022#902023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#432021#342022#872023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#582021#1462022#1802023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1342021#2122022#1972023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#312021#442022#562023

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#432021#762022#232023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#972020#1002021#1412023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#882020#972022#712023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#512020#532021#652022

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#662021#322022#402023

Popularity Rankings for Jameson in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1532021#1802022#2132023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#2982019#3832020

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#4642020#3772021#6712022

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#4162018#3952023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4651975

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#8742019#9212020#8052021

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Jameson a Name for Boys or Girls?

Jameson is a name typically given to boys. Its strong and timeless appeal, combined with its history as a name meaning “son of James,” makes it a favored choice for boys.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Jameson

Jameson in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Jameson Parker (Actor, born 1947): An American actor known for his role as A.J. Simon on the TV series "Simon & Simon."
  • Jameson Adams (Explorer, 1880–1962): A British explorer who was part of Ernest Shackleton's Nimrod Expedition to Antarctica.
  • Jameson Taillon (Baseball Player, born 1991): An American professional baseball pitcher who has played for the New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates.
  • Jameson Blake (Actor, born 1997): A Filipino-American actor, dancer, and television personality known for his work in the Philippine entertainment industry.
  • Jameson Currier (Author, born 1955): An American author and publisher known for his works focusing on LGBTQ themes and issues.
  • Jameson Marvin (Conductor, born 1941): An American choral conductor and music educator renowned for his contributions to choral music.
  • Jameson Konz (Football Player, born 1986): An American former professional football player who played as a tight end and linebacker in the NFL.
  • J. Jonah Jameson ("Spider-Man," 2002 Film Series): The irascible editor-in-chief of the Daily Bugle who is known for his strong dislike of Spider-Man.
  • Jameson Locke ("Halo: Nightfall," 2014 TV Series): A skilled soldier and ONI agent who plays a central role in the Halo universe.
  • "Jameson" (2013 Song by Zella Day): A soulful track that reflects on a passionate and turbulent relationship.
  • Jameson Rook ("Heat Wave," 2009 Novel by Richard Castle): A journalist who collaborates with NYPD detective Nikki Heat on her cases.
  • "Jameson's Journey" (2011 Children's Book by Kathryn Neff Perry): A heartwarming story about a young boy's adventures and discoveries.
  • Jameson Parker ("Simon & Simon," 1981 TV Series): One of the two private detectives who solve cases in San Diego.
  • "Jameson's Revenge" (1990 Historical Novel by William Neill): A gripping tale of betrayal and vengeance set in the Scottish Highlands.
  • Jameson Boyd ("General Hospital," 1963 TV Series): A character involved in the long-running soap opera's dramatic medical and personal storylines.
  • "Jameson's Whiskey" (1989 Song by The Pogues): A lively tune celebrating the famous Irish whiskey.
  • Jameson Roarke ("The Expanse," 2015 TV Series): A character navigating the political and social complexities of the futuristic space series.
  • Jameson City (Missouri, USA): A small village in Daviess County.
  • Jameson Land (Greenland, Denmark): A peninsula in eastern Greenland with rugged terrain and Arctic wildlife.
  • Jameson Lake (Washington, USA): A lake in Douglas County, popular for fishing and boating activities.
  • Jameson Range (Western Australia, Australia): A mountain range known for its scenic beauty and hiking opportunities.

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