Baby Names: Jackson

Jackson

Originated as a surname. Listed among the 100 most popular names since 1998. American painter, Jackson Pollock, considered one of the leaders in Abstract Expressionism, is a namesake. The story of his life was captured in the 2000 film "Pollock." A place name for the state capital of Mississippi.

Popularity: Boys: Ranked #22 in 2012; See More Popularity Rankings

Origin: English; Old English

Gender: Male

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Alternative Spellings: Jacksyn +; Jacson +; Jakson +; Submitted by: samanthariley2
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Jaxan +; Jaxon +; Jaxson +; Submitted by: amynachebraman1
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Nicknames: Jack +; Jackie +; Submitted by: Mary_Bess
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Famous Jacksons: Randy Jackson (American Idol judge); Samuel Jackson (actor); Andrew Jackson (U.S. president); Alan Jackson (musician); Jackson Browne (musician); Thomas Stonewall Jackson (Confederate general); Michael Jackson (musician); Bo Jackson (baseball/football player); Reggie Jackson (Baseball Hall of famer); Add a Famous Jackson

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