Jason
Meaning of Jason
The name Jason is a classic and enduring choice for boys, pronounced as JAY-suhn (/ˈdʒeɪsən/). With roots in Greek mythology, Jason was the legendary leader of the Argonauts who embarked on a quest for the Golden Fleece. This storied past lends an air of heroism and adventure to the name. Over the decades, Jason has enjoyed significant popularity in the United States, particularly peaking during the 1970s and 1980s when it consistently ranked within the top ten names. While its popularity has seen some decline since then, it remains a well-loved name that continues to be chosen by thousands of parents each year. The variation "Jayson" offers a modern twist while maintaining its strong, historical essence.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JAY-suhn (/ˈdʒeɪsən/)
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Notable People Named Jason
| Jason Frederick Kidd is a former professional basketball player and current head coach for the Dallas Mavericks, known for his exceptional skills as a point guard and passer, and has been honored with numerous accolades throughout his career. |
| Christopher Jason Witten, a former professional football tight end for the Dallas Cowboys, is now the head football coach at Liberty Christian School and is considered one of the greatest tight ends in NFL history. |
| Jason Mraz is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist known for hits like "The Remedy" and "I'm Yours." |
| Jason Aldean is a renowned American country music singer with multiple platinum albums and Grammy nominations. |
| Jason Isaacs is an English actor known for his roles in The Patriot, Black Hawk Down, the Harry Potter film series, and many other films. |
| Jason Statham is a renowned English actor known for his tough and gritty portrayals in action-thriller films, credited with leading the resurgence of action movies in the 2000s and 2010s. |
| Jason Alexander, also known as Jay Scott Greenspan, is an American actor and comedian famous for his role as George Costanza in the TV series Seinfeld. |
| Daniel Jason Sudeikis is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer known for his work on Saturday Night Live and his roles in various comedy productions. |
| Jason Bateman is an American actor, director, and producer known for his roles in comedy films and as Michael Bluth in Arrested Development and Marty Byrde in Ozark, receiving awards such as a Golden Globe and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. |
| Jason Paul Taylor is a former NFL player and current football coach known for his long career with the Miami Dolphins. |
| Jason Matthew Vargas is a former professional baseball pitcher who played for several Major League Baseball teams and was an All Star in 2017. |
| Jason Thomas Smith is an American businessman and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Missouri's 8th congressional district since 2013. |
| Jason Mark Lewis is a former American politician and conservative radio personality who represented Minnesota's 2nd congressional district from 2017 to 2019. |
| Joseph Jason Namakaeha Momoa is an American actor known for his roles in Baywatch: Hawaii, Stargate Atlantis, Game of Thrones, Frontier, and See. |
| Jason Bradford Priestley is a Canadian actor and television director, best known for his role as Brandon Walsh on Beverly Hills, 90210 and for his work in Call Me Fitz and Private Eyes. |
