Jonson

Jonson is a masculine name that originated as a patronymic surname meaning 'son of John.' It represents a variant spelling of Johnson, one of the most common surnames in English-speaking countries. As a first name, Jonson remains relatively uncommon, offering a distinctive option that carries the familiarity of both Jon and Johnson. The name has historical literary connections through playwright Ben Jonson, a contemporary of Shakespeare. While not widely used as a given name throughout history, Jonson has occasionally appeared in records, particularly in English-speaking regions. The name carries a strong, traditional quality with its clear connection to the timeless John while standing as its own distinct identity with a modern surname-as-first-name appeal.

Pronounced JAHN-sun.

As of October 2026, Jonson ranked #10413 in US births in 1998 SSA, peaked at #6508 in 1987.