Jacen
Jacen is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Healer.
Origin and history
Jacen is a modern phonetic spelling variation of Jason, a name of Greek origin meaning 'healer'. It gained expanded recognition in modern pop culture through expanded universe fiction. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare given name that offers a contemporary twist on a classic traditional name.
Popularity in the United States
2,480 babies in the United States have been named Jacen since 1880. It ranks #2601 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1649.
States where it is most popular
- TX (29.2 %)
- CA (21.1 %)
- FL (8.4 %)
- GA (5.1 %)
- IN (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 84 |
| 1980-1990 | 66 |
| 1990-2000 | 184 |
| 2000-2010 | 711 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,157 |
| 2020-2029 | 278 |
Nicknames
Jace, Jase
Fun facts
- Jacen is an alternative spelling of Jason, deriving from the Greek name Iason.
- The spelling gained notable visibility through the Star Wars Expanded Universe character Jacen Solo.