Masson
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Masson is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English and Scottish surname, derived from the Old French 'mason', meaning 'one who builds with stone'. It also has a rarer French masculine given name form.”. It currently ranks #11808 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2014.
What Masson Means
“An English and Scottish surname, derived from the Old French 'mason', meaning 'one who builds with stone'. It also has a rarer French masculine given name form.”
The Story of Masson
Picture a name built from the very stones of history, a testament to skillful hands and enduring structures.
Masson is an English and Scottish surname, evolving from the Old French word 'mason,' meaning 'one who builds with stone.' It also exists as a rarer French masculine given name, grounding it in a tradition of craftsmanship and foundational strength.
For your son, Masson suggests a reliable and hardworking spirit. You imagine him as someone grounded and practical, with a knack for building things, whether literal structures or strong relationships, with skill and care.
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Famous Namesakes
Masson
French author and historian.
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#22 in 2014
Total Births
319
First Recorded
1987
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