Names That Mean Worker

Mason is an occupational surname that ranked among the Top 10 name for boys throughout the 2010s, after its choice as one of the first Kardashian baby names.

If you're seeking a solid but underused occupational name with a warm, friendly sound, and an earthy feel, Granger is one to consider. Associated with faming, grain, and the outdoors, it fits in with the likes of Colton, Sawyer, and Cooper, with a hint of classic George about it too.

Medieval German form of George

A simple, self-possessed, somewhat serious surname, which might work better as a middle.

The fashionable occupational last name category gets some French flair with this, Tennessee Williams's middle name.

Rather than going with a yooneek spelling like Macen (or Maysen or Masyn), we'd suggest sticking with the original Mason, as Kelsey Grammer did for his daughter.

Would be an obscure but winning entry in this category, except for its similarity to the word brassiere, which would certainly arouse unwanted attention in grade school.

If you're seeking a solid but underused occupational name with a warm, friendly sound - one that isn't Parker, Harper, or Karter, Granger might be an option. The association with Hermione Granger could make this feel more accessible to some, as could its slight similarity to the likes of Georgia, Gracelynn and Raina. It has only appeared once in the US stats for girls in 2022, when it was given to 6 babies.