Mason: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ma-hso-hn
Origin: United Kingdom
gender-male

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: One who works with stone

The name Mason has its origins in Ancient Latin, English, French, and Germanic roots, and it signifies "stone worker," "tradesman," and "an artisan who works in stone". The term "mason" is derived from the Old French "masson" and is used as both a surname and a given name. Mason is an occupational surname that arrived with the conquest of William I in 1066, primarily thought to be Anglo-Norman. The name is used to describe those who worked with stone or brick and their descendants. In French, Mason is derived from the word "maison" (meaning "a house"), and in German, it comes from "macian" (meaning "to make"). The name Mason has consistently held meaning across several languages, countries, and cultures.

Mason Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Mason is currently #36 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Mason is currently #36 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Mason is currently #35 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Mason is currently #35 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Mason

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Mason, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Mason Greenwood: Mason Greenwood is an English professional footballer who plays as a forward for Manchester United.
  • Mason Ramsey: Mason Ramsey is an American singer known for his viral "Walmart Yodeling Boy" video and his country music career.
  • Mason Crosby: Mason Crosby is an American football placekicker who plays for the Green Bay Packers in the NFL.
  • Mason Plumlee: Mason Plumlee is an American professional basketball player who plays for the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA.
  • Mason Disick: Mason Disick is the son of reality television personalities Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick, known for his appearances on "Keeping Up with the Kardashians."

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