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Jackson

Jackson is a boy name of English origin.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginEnglish
  • StyleOriginal
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#18

How popular is Jackson?

Popularity in the United States

Jackson has been given to 259,392 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 182 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Jackson per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Jackson has been given to 856 babies in France since 1946, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Jackson per year in France, 1946–2022. Source: INSEE
259,392 Babies named since 1880
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Jackson

Is Jackson a boy's or a girl's name?

Jackson is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Jackson?

Jackson has been given to 259,392 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.