Jones
Jones is a boy's name of Welsh origin.
Meaning
Son of John.
Origin and history
Jones originated as a Welsh surname meaning 'son of John'. Traditionally a common family name, it has increasingly been adopted as a modern given name in the United States. Its usage as a first name reflects the contemporary trend of using traditional surnames for boys.
Popularity in the United States
5,357 babies in the United States have been named Jones since 1880. It ranks #1672 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #843.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.5 %)
- NC (12.5 %)
- CA (11.3 %)
- GA (10.2 %)
- UT (8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 84 |
| 1890-1900 | 83 |
| 1900-1910 | 96 |
| 1910-1920 | 389 |
| 1920-1930 | 497 |
| 1930-1940 | 332 |
| 1940-1950 | 265 |
| 1950-1960 | 224 |
| 1960-1970 | 146 |
| 1970-1980 | 96 |
| 1980-1990 | 119 |
| 1990-2000 | 112 |
| 2000-2010 | 288 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,080 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,546 |
Fun facts
- Jones is one of the most common surnames in Wales and Great Britain, originating from patronymic naming traditions.
- While historically used almost exclusively as a family name, Jones has seen growing adoption as a male given name in the 21st century.