Jackson
JAK-sun /ˈdʒæk.sən/
Meaning of Jackson
Jackson is the English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Jack' — with Jack itself a medieval short form of John (Hebrew: 'Yahweh is gracious'). Presidential surname use (Andrew Jackson, 7th US President) kept it prominent, and it moved into first-name use in the 20th century. The shortened Jax is widely used as an informal form.
Current popularity of Jackson
Rankings from the most recent fully-published year in each national registry. Source links at the foot of the page.
| Registry | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States (SSA) | 2024 | #23 |
Notable bearers of Jackson
Andrew Jackson (7th US President); Jackson Pollock (artist); Michael Jackson.
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-31