Jameson
boy name#137 in 2025Jameson entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #77 in 2019, ranks #137 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1922–2025
#137
rank today
#77
peak (2019)
2,609
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3872 |
| 1940s | #3516 |
| 1950s | #2953 |
| 1960s | #2430 |
| 1970s | #966 |
| 1980s | #625 |
| 1990s | #684 |
| 2000s | #504 |
| 2010s | #158 |
| 2020s | #100 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jameson has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 61,000 people named Jameson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jameson is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jameson in 2025?
- Jameson ranks #137 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,609 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jameson most popular?
- Jameson peaked in 2019, reaching #77 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jameson with classmates?
- Jameson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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