Jefferson
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Son of Jeffrey, son of the peaceful ruler
Origin: English
Popularity: Ranked #831 in 2025 with 298 babies born.
History: An English surname meaning son of Jeffrey. Thomas Jefferson, third US President and author of the Declaration of Independence, is the most famous association. It has been used as a first name honoring his legacy.
Name length: 9 letters
How common is Jefferson? About 1 in 11,169 babies born in 2025 were named Jefferson, or roughly 0.8 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Jefferson
What does the name Jefferson mean?
Jefferson means “Son of Jeffrey, son of the peaceful ruler” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Jefferson?
Jefferson has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Son of Jeffrey, son of the peaceful ruler”.
How popular is Jefferson?
Jefferson ranked #829 in 2025 — given to 298 babies that year.
When was Jefferson most popular?
Jefferson peaked in 2009 with 444 babies registered that year.
Is Jefferson a boy or girl name?
Jefferson is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Jeffersons in registered births are male.
Is the name Jefferson rising or falling in popularity?
Jefferson has fallen 123 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #706 in 2020 to #829 in 2025.
How long has Jefferson been recorded?
Jefferson appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.