Jameson

boyEnglish and Scottish surname

Jameson is an boy name of English and Scottish surname origin, meaning “Son of James”.

MeaningSon of James
GenderBoy
OriginEnglish and Scottish surname
PronunciationJAYM-sun
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, Canada, Australia

Meaning and origin of Jameson

Jameson began as a patronymic surname meaning 'son of James', found in England, Scotland and Ireland. It is widely recognised from Jameson Irish whiskey, founded in Dublin by John Jameson in the eighteenth century. As a first name it belongs to the recent trend for surname names ending in -son, such as Grayson and Harrison, and it is also spelled Jamison.

Is Jameson a religious name?

Jameson has no religious background of its own, although the name it is built on, James, is biblical.

How popular is Jameson?

Popular as a first name in the United States in recent years.

Gifts with the name Jameson

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Spellings and variants of Jameson

JamisonJamieson

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Jameson mean?

Jameson means 'Son of James'. It is of English and Scottish surname origin.

Does Jameson have a religious meaning?

Jameson has no religious background of its own, although the name it is built on, James, is biblical.

How do you pronounce Jameson?

Jameson is pronounced JAYM-sun.

Is Jameson a boy or girl name?

Jameson is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.