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Jason name meaning
First Name
1.0m
in the U.S.
since 1880
1.0m
in the U.S.
since 1880
Last Name
4k
in the U.S.
in 2010
4k
in the U.S.
in 2010
Girls
Boys
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Jason mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Jason
User Submitted Origins
English
51%
Greek
42%
American
4%
African
3%
User Submitted Meanings
- A user from Minnesota, U.S. says the name Jason means "Son of god or healer".
- According to a user from the United States, the name Jason means "Son of God, Healer".
- According to a user from Turkey, the name Jason is of Greek origin and means "Healer, the one who cures or heals".
- 15 people from all over the world agree the name Jason is of Greek origin and means "Healer".
- A user from Florida, U.S. says the name Jason means "Healer; Greek name associated with Jason and the Agronauts, and the ship he sailed on called Argo".
- According to a user from New York, U.S., the name Jason is of Greek origin and means "Healer Or Leader of Argonauts".
- A submission from Virginia, U.S. says the name Jason means "Son of God- Yah Son (Ben) Yahben or Jah Son" and is of Hebrew origin.
- According to a user from the United States, the name Jason is of English origin and means "Of one who is could be a Savior".
- According to a user from California, U.S., the name Jason is of American origin and means "Handsome, Loyal, Warrior".
- A user from Kentucky, U.S. says the name Jason is of Arabic origin and means "A handsome young man".
International Interest
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Webster's Unabridged Dictionary
noun Jason
the husband of Medea and leader of the Argonauts who sailed in quest of the Golden Fleece.
Other Dictionary Sources
- (Greek mythology) the husband of Medea and leader of the Argonauts who sailed in quest of the Golden Fleece
Wiktionary
From the Ancient Greek Ἰάσων (Iásōn), from ἰάομαι (iáomai, “I heal”). The Jason mentioned in the New Testament (Acts 17:5-9, Romans 16:21) is probably a Greek rendering of Joshua.
- (Greek mythology) The leader of the Argonauts, who retrieved the Golden Fleece from king Aeetes of Colchis, for his uncle Pelias.
- A male given name from Ancient Greek.
Probably reduced from James + -son or a variant of Jesson.
- An English patronymic surname.
Jason was also found in the following language(s): Cebuano, Faroese, and Portuguese
Notable Persons Named Jason
Notable Persons Named Jason
Jason Momoa
Jason Momoa is an actor, model, director, writer, and producer. His ongoing career started in 1998. Jason was given the name Joseph Jason Namakaeha Momoa on August 1st, 1979 in Honolulu.
Jason Statham
Jason Statham is an actor. He has been prominent since 1998. Jason was born on July 26th, 1967 in Shirebrook, Derbyshire, England.
Jason Bourne
Jason Bourne is a fictional character. Jason is also known as David Webb, Delta One, Cain/John Michael Kane, Nicolas Lemanissier, Charles Briggs, George P. Washburn, Foma Kiniaev, Mr. Cruet, Gilberto de Piento, Paul Kay, Adam Stone, David Webb (real name), (Identity), and Mr. Cruet (Supremacy).
Jason Bateman
Jason Bateman is an actor, director, and producer. His ongoing career started in 1981. Jason was given the name Jason Kent Bateman on January 14th, 1969 in Rye, New York, U.S.
Jason Sudeikis
Jason Sudeikis is an actor, comedian, screenwriter, and voice actor. His most notable accomplishments were from 2003 to present. Jason was given the name Daniel Jason Sudeikis on September 18th, 1975 in Fairfax, Virginia.
Jason Segel
Jason Segel is an actor, comedian, screenwriter, and author. He was most prominent from 1998 to present. Jason was given the name Jason Jordan Segel on January 18th, 1980 in Los Angeles, California, U.S.
- Jason IsaacsActor
- Jason DeruloMusician
- Jason LeeActor
- Jason DenayerSoccer Player
- Jason KiddBasketball Player
- Jason SchwartzmanActor
- Jason AlexanderActor
- Jason Jones
- Jason NewstedMusician
- Jason RitterActor
- Jay KayMusician
- Jason O'Mara
- Jason ChaffetzChairman of the House Committee on Oversight
- Jason BiggsActor
Notable Persons With the Last Name Jason
Notable Persons With the Last Name Jason
Sir David Jason
Sir David Jason is an actor. He was most prominent from 1964 to present. David was given the name David John White on February 2nd, 1940 in Edmonton, London, England.
Peter Jason
Peter Jason is an actor. His most notable accomplishments were from 1967 to present. Peter was given the name Peter Edward Ostling on July 22nd, 1944 in Hollywood, California, U. S.
Rick Jason
His most notable accomplishments were from 1953 to 1989. Rick was given the name Richard Jacobson on May 21st, 1923 in New York City, New York, U.S. He passed away on October 16th, 2000.
Harvey Jason
Harvey Jason is an actor and businessman. His career lasted from 1964 to 2004. Harvey was given the name Harvey Albert Jason on February 29th, 1940 in London, England, UK.
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Neil Jason
Neil Jason is a musician. He was most prominent from 1976 to present. Neil was born in New York City, New York, U.S.
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Jason | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 66.33% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 22.46% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 3.46% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.49% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 2.10% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 5.16% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Jason
People with the last name Jason are most frequently White or African American
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Fun Facts about the name Jason
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| #3 | Fastest Rising Boy Names |
| #1 | Names Inspired by Greek Myths |