Jameson
Jameson is a boy name of English origin meaning “Son of James”, pronounced JAYM-sun. It ranked #137 in the United States in 2025, given to 2,609 babies, and peaked at #77 in 2019. Common nicknames: Jamie, Jame, Jay.
How popular is Jameson in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Jameson mean, and where does it come from?
Jameson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of James," which itself derives from the Hebrew Yaakov via the Latin Iacomus. Long used as a family name in England and Scotland, it crossed over into use as a given name in the late twentieth century as part of the broader trend of surname names for boys. It is perhaps best known internationally as the name behind the famous Irish whiskey brand, founded by Scottish-born distiller John Jameson in Dublin in 1780. As a first name it carries a polished, preppy sound while retaining the warmth of its root name James.
How is Jameson used around the world?
Jameson is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 3+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Jameson?
Famous People Named Jameson
- John Jameson — Scottish-born founder of the Jameson Irish Whiskey distillery
- Jameson Taillon — American Major League Baseball pitcher
- Jameson Williams — American NFL wide receiver
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Jameson mean?
Jameson is a boy name of English origin meaning "Son of James." Jameson is a patronymic surname meaning "son of James," which itself derives from the Hebrew Yaakov via the Latin Iacomus. Long used as a family name in England and Scotland, it crossed over into use as a given name in the late twentieth century as part of the broader trend of surname names for boys.
How do you pronounce Jameson?
Jameson is pronounced JAYM-sun. Common variations include Jamison, Jaymeson, Jaimeson.
Is Jameson a boy name?
Yes, Jameson is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Jamie, Jame, Jay.