Mason
Gender: Boy
Meaning: One who works with stone; a stoneworker
Origin: Old French maçon — an occupational surname for a stonemason
Popularity: Ranked #39 in 2025 with 6,291 babies born.
History: Mason is an occupational surname that made the leap to first name in a big way. It was rarely used as a given name before 2000, but then climbed with extraordinary speed, reaching #2 in the U.S. in 2011 — the fastest rise of any name in that era. The Kardashian family naming their son Mason in 2009 accelerated its pop-culture visibility. It carries a sturdy, craftsman quality that resonated with parents drawn to strong, grounded names with an old-world trade feel.
Famous people named Mason: Mason Mount (soccer player)
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Mason? About 1 in 525 babies born in 2025 were named Mason, or roughly 17.4 per day in the United States.
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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?
Mason ranked #39 in 2025 — given to 6,291 babies that year.
When was Mason most popular?
Mason peaked in 2011 with 19,528 babies registered that year.
Is Mason a boy or girl name?
Mason is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Masons in registered births are male.
Is the name Mason rising or falling in popularity?
Mason has risen 2524 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #2563 in 2020 to #39 in 2025.
How long has Mason been recorded?
Mason appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.