Jackson

Jackson is a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Jack'. 'Jack' itself is historically a diminutive of 'John', which means 'God is gracious'. Therefore, Jackson can be interpreted as 'the son of a gracious man'.

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The name Jackson has its origins as a surname in England. It is derived from the Middle English personal name 'Jack', which in turn comes from the name John. 'Jackson' means 'son of Jack'.

  • Popularity: 44th
  • Babies named Jackson in the US in 2023:
    Female: 19
    Male: 7284
  • Nicknames: Jack, Jake, Jax, Jay, Jackie.
  • Full Names: Jack, John, Jonathan, Jacob, Jaxon.
  • Famous Namesakes: Jackson Pollock-Artist, Michael Jackson-Musician, Andrew Jackson-U.S. President, Samuel L. Jackson-Actor, Janet Jackson-Singer.
  • Gender: Primarily used as a masculine name, although it is sometimes employed for females.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Jackson resonates with the number 5. This number signifies adventurousness, versatility, and a dynamic nature. Those with this number are also adaptable and often seek freedom and new experiences.

Jackson has seen a surge in popularity, particularly in English-speaking countries. In the U.S., it has consistently ranked within the top 20 names for boys since the early 2000s. Its growing popularity can be attributed to cultural icons like Michael Jackson and fictional characters in popular media.

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