Jacksen
About Jacksen
Jacksen is a modern variation of Jackson, which originated as an English surname meaning 'son of Jack.' Jack itself is a medieval diminutive of John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' This contemporary spelling with an 'e' adds a unique twist to the traditional form. While less common than Jackson, Jacksen has gained some popularity in the United States since the early 2000s as part of the trend toward surname-inspired first names. Parents might choose this variation for its fresh feel while maintaining the strong, classic appeal of the original. The name projects an image of confidence and friendliness, qualities associated with the nickname Jack.
Pronounced JAK-sen.
As of October 2026, Jacksen ranked #6958 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2845 in 2010.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,726 | 28 | 14.6 |
| 2015 | #4,452 | 22 | 11.5 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | #4,158 | 25 | 13.5 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | #4,870 | 20 | 11.1 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Jacksen on lists
Famous Jacksens
- Jacksen Ferreira Tiago
Indonesian footballer and manager