Jefferson Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Jefferson Name at a Glance

Name	Jefferson
Meaning	Son of Geoffrey. Used more often as a surname. Famous Bearer: American president Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826).
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Jefferson Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Jefferson means “Son of Geoffrey. Used more often as a surname. Famous Bearer: American president Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826”. 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.

Jefferson Name Origin

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

Is Jefferson a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Jefferson

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