Yeyson

“Yeyson, often seen in Latin American countries, is a variation of the more commonly known name Jason” — Associated with Jesus in the New Testament

Latin origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9714US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

31All-time births

📅 Since 200700

What does Yeyson mean and where does it come from?

Yeyson, often seen in Latin American countries, is a variation of the more commonly known name Jason. The original name is rooted in Hebrew, where it is transliterated as יֵשׁוּעַ (Yeshua). The name has biblical significance, associated with Jesus in the New Testament, and emphasizes grace and mercy

Cultural significance

Yeyson has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Latin-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #9463 in 2016 — currently #9714 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yeyson?

Yeyson works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Yeyson Grace

How popular is Yeyson right now?

Rising fast — up 2557 spots — currently #9714 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#9714 · Top 7.2%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9714	8	▲ up 2557 · +33% births
2022	#12271	6	▼ down 4711 · -45% births
2021	#7560	11	▲ up 3920 · +83% births
2020	#11480	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yeyson

Best Year2021Rank #7560

Peak Count11

Average Rank#10256

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Yeyson

Yeyson is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2007. With 31 total births recorded, Yeyson remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11480 in 2020 to #9714 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yeyson in 2016:

Noah Liam William Mason James

Yeyson by decade

Yeyson peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	12
2010s ★	13
2020s	6

💎Yeyson has only 31 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yeyson?

Common

YeyYeEyson

Famous people named Yeyson

Yeyson (Roman senator or statesman)

Yeyson held this name during the height of Roman civilization, when Latin names spread across Europe.

Yeyson (historical Roman figure)

Yeyson carried this name during the Roman Empire, giving it the enduring weight of classical civilization.

Yeyson (Roman senator or statesman)

Yeyson held this name during the height of Roman civilization, when Latin names spread across Europe.

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What names sound and feel like Yeyson?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Yeyson also consider these

Yelson

English · A meaningful name

Yerson

American · Spanish

Yeison

Colombia · God’s gracious gift

Keyson

American · a key-son, or

Peyson

American · Son of the

Meyson

English · stone worker

Reyson

American · king's son

Jeyson

American · English

Common questions about the name Yeyson

What does the name Yeyson mean?

Yeyson means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Latin tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Yeyson?

Yeyson is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yeyson have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Yeyson?

Yeyson originates from Latin tradition. Latin names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Yeyson trending right now?

Yeyson is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Yeyson a common or rare name?

Yeyson is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.