Names Ending in -son for Boys

Faison

Garison

Garyson

Gelson

Gipson

Gleason

Hansson is primarily a Scandinavian surname meaning 'son of Hans,' rather than a traditional given name. Hans, the root name, is a Germanic short form of Johannes (John), ultimately derived from Hebrew meaning 'God is gracious.' As a patronymic surname, Hansson is particularly common in Sweden, Norway, and other Nordic countries, following the traditional naming pattern of indicating patrilineal descent. When used as a first name, which is quite rare, it represents a modern trend of adopting surnames as given names. The name carries associations with Nordic heritage, conveying strength and cultural connectivity. Its distinctive sound and clear etymological meaning give it a straightforward, masculine quality, though its usage as a first name remains uncommon outside Scandinavian regions.

Hansson

<p>Gibbson is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Gibson, which originated as an English and Scottish surname meaning 'son of Gilbert.' Gilbert itself derives from Germanic elements meaning 'bright pledge' or 'shining hostage.' This alternative spelling with the double 'b' gives the name a distinctive look while maintaining the familiar pronunciation. As a first name, Gibbson is extremely rare, offering genuine uniqueness while still feeling familiar due to its connection to the more recognized surname. The name may appeal to parents drawn to surname-as-first-name trends but wanting something less common. Gibbson carries associations with the famous Gibson guitar brand, potentially giving it musical connotations. The name has a strong, masculine sound with its hard consonants, yet the 'son' ending provides a softer finish, creating a balanced name that projects reliability and distinction.</p>

Gibbson

A surname style choice, Granderson could celebrate the grandeur of a son or it could honor his parents. It may appeal to those who like options to Bravery, Noble, Chosen, Prince, and Champion.

Granderson

Grandison

Grason

Gregson

Greighson

Greison

Handerson

Hardison

Harison

Straightforward surname with potential thanks to the rise of Carson. The actress Greer Garson gives it a splash of Hollywood glamor.

Garson

Hayson

Hemerson

Boy names that end in son are among the oldest and most classic male names around.

 is Mason, which ranks in the Top 10. Along with Mason, boy names ending in son in the US Top 100 include Jackson, Grayson, Carson, Jameson, Bryson, and Jason.

 ending in son include Hodgson and Babson. You can also fashion a unique son-ending name from an ancestral female first name, such as Marson for Mary, Marie, or Margaret.

, names that end in son are based quite literally on the name of the father, so that Jackson is the son of Jack, Harrison is the son of Harry, and so on.

 apart from their relationship to family names. Names ending in son for boys sound like (and often are) surnames, a stylish class all its own. And some people feel that boys' names with son at the end sound more like real names, buttoned-up and classy, but also lending themselves to cute short forms.



Of course there are a handful of popular girl names that end in son too, notably Madison, Addison, and Alison. But the son ending is usually attached to boy names. Here are the choices, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry.

Boy names that end in -son including popular boy names ending in -son and unique boy names that end in -son, with meanings, origins, and popularity. (Page 20)

220+ Boy Names That End in -son