Janson
Janson is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Son of Jan (Son of John / God is gracious).
Origin and history
Janson is a patronymic surname-turned-first-name meaning 'son of Jan' or 'son of John'. It has roots in Scandinavian, Dutch, and North German traditions. In the United States, it remains a uncommon but recognizable choice given to a small number of boys each year.
Popularity in the United States
1,170 babies in the United States have been named Janson since 1880. It ranks #3525 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1802.
States where it is most popular
- CA (39.5 %)
- KY (26.3 %)
- TX (21.1 %)
- PA (13.2 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 18 |
| 1970-1980 | 136 |
| 1980-1990 | 199 |
| 1990-2000 | 242 |
| 2000-2010 | 221 |
| 2010-2019 | 224 |
| 2020-2029 | 125 |
Nicknames
Jan, Jay
Fun facts
- Janson originated as a Scandinavian and Dutch patronymic surname indicating lineage from Jan.
- Like Jansen or Jenson, it has gained minor traction as a given name in the United States in recent decades.