Jameson is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #2357 in 1996 with 4 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 40 births ranking #805. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 79,629 boys born was named Jameson. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Jameson is a modern surname-style name meaning "son of James". It feels polished and familiar, helped by its connection to one of the most established boys' names of all.
The name rose through the wider boom in -son names and fits neatly with choices like Harrison and Jackson. Its appeal comes from sounding substantial without seeming too formal.