Mason
Meaning: One who works with stone; a stoneworker
Origin: Old French maçon — an occupational surname for a stonemason
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #121
Total births: 4,751
History: Mason surged in the 2010s as occupational names became trendy in Australia. The name has a strong, craftsman-like character. Mason represents the Australian love of practical, hands-on names — a builder's name for a country built by builders.
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| Current rank (2025) | #56 |
| Babies named Mason in 2025 | 135 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 4,751 |
| Peak year | 2013 (354 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #14 |
| Years in records | 2003–2025 (22 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 35 spots |
Frequently asked about Mason
What does the name Mason mean?
Mason means “One who works with stone; a stoneworker” from Old French maçon — an occupational surname for a stonemason roots.
What is the origin of the name Mason?
Mason has Old French maçon — an occupational surname for a stonemason origin. The traditional meaning is “One who works with stone; a stoneworker”.
How popular is Mason in Australia?
Mason ranked #56 in Australia in 2025 — given to 135 babies that year.
When was Mason most popular?
Mason peaked in 2013 with 354 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Mason a boy or girl name?
Mason is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Masons in registered births are male.
Is the name Mason rising or falling in popularity?
Mason has fallen 35 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #21 in 2020 to #56 in 2025.
How long has Mason been recorded in Australia?
Mason appears in birth records in Australia across 22 years — from 2003 through 2025.