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Jason

JAY-sən

Jason is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “From the Greek name *Iason*, meaning 'healer'. In Greek mythology, Jason was the leader of the Argonauts.”. It currently ranks #148 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1977.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginGreek

What Jason Means

From the Greek name *Iason*, meaning 'healer'. In Greek mythology, Jason was the leader of the Argonauts.

The Story of Jason

The ancient Greeks told tales of a hero who sailed across the known world in search of a golden fleece, his name, Jason, synonymous with brave discovery.

Jason comes from the Greek name Iason, meaning 'healer'. In Greek mythology, Jason was the heroic leader of the Argonauts, who embarked on a perilous quest for the Golden Fleece, navigating mythical beasts and challenges. This name traveled through classical literature and later into Christian tradition, as 'Jason' also appears as an early saint.

When you say 'Jason', there's an adventurous quality to its sound, yet also a grounding sense of care. You envision your son as someone eager to explore, yet also possessing a natural empathy for others, a desire to mend what is broken. It's a name that carries both the thrill of discovery and the comfort of a helping hand.

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Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Jason Momoa

    American actor, known for Aquaman role

  • Jason Bateman

    American actor, director, and producer

Personality Traits

CharismaticEnergeticBraveCreative

Peak Year

#55,949 in 1977

Total Births

1,054,860

First Recorded

1880

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