Kaysen
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Rejoicing, healer
Origin: Modern English
Popularity: Ranked #415 in 2025 with 772 babies born.
History: Kaysen surged in the 2020s as a creative variant of Jason/Kayson. The name represents the newest wave of American naming innovation — familiar sounds rearranged into something that feels both recognizable and brand new. Kaysen is what happens when American parents treat naming like jazz: improvise on the standards.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Kaysen? About 1 in 4,235 babies born in 2025 were named Kaysen, or roughly 2.2 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kaysen
What does the name Kaysen mean?
Kaysen means “Rejoicing, healer” from Modern English roots.
What is the origin of the name Kaysen?
Kaysen has Modern English origin. The traditional meaning is “Rejoicing, healer”.
How popular is Kaysen?
Kaysen ranked #415 in 2025 — given to 772 babies that year.
When was Kaysen most popular?
Kaysen peaked in 2025 with 772 babies registered that year.
Is Kaysen a boy or girl name?
Kaysen is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Kaysens in registered births are male.
Is the name Kaysen rising or falling in popularity?
Kaysen has risen 6702 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #7117 in 2020 to #415 in 2025.
How long has Kaysen been recorded?
Kaysen appears in birth records across 28 years — from 1998 through 2025.