Jon
boy name#951 in 2025Jon entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #65 in 1968, ranks #951 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1898–2025
#951
rank today
#65
peak (1968)
246
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1121 |
| 1900s | #1440 |
| 1910s | #1431 |
| 1920s | #938 |
| 1930s | #309 |
| 1940s | #125 |
| 1950s | #121 |
| 1960s | #80 |
| 1970s | #98 |
| 1980s | #158 |
| 1990s | #279 |
| 2000s | #436 |
| 2010s | #686 |
| 2020s | #884 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jon has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 133,000 people named Jon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jon alive today was born around 1965, making them about 60 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jon in 2025?
- Jon ranks #951 among US boy names in 2025, with 246 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jon most popular?
- Jon peaked in 1968, reaching #65 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jon with classmates?
- Jon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Jon and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle