Jackson Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Jackson Name at a Glance

Name	Jackson
Meaning	Son of Jack.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Jackson Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Jackson means “Son of Jack”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Jackson Name Origin

Our database records Jackson under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Jackson a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Jackson is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Jackson

When considering Jackson for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.