"stone worker, bricklayer"
Origin: Old French
Language: English
Mason
Pronunciation: [ m-AYS-uhn ]
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Meaning & Origin
"worker in stone"
Origin: Germanic
Language: English
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The Story of Mason
Mason is an occupational surname turned given name, from the Old French masson meaning stonemason or bricklayer, derived in turn from a Frankish root. The skilled trade of masonry was highly valued in medieval Europe, and masonry guilds were precursors to Freemasonry. While Mason exploded as a top-5 boy's name in the 2010s (partly due to Kourtney Kardashian naming her son Mason), it has increasingly been embraced as a gender-neutral and even girl's name.
Mason was the #1 or #2 boy's name in the US from 2011-2013, largely propelled by celebrity usage. As it has become extremely common for boys, some parents are choosing it for girls as a bold, surname-style choice.
The word mason carries associations with the skilled craftsmanship of stone work and the mystical traditions of Freemasonry. As a girl's name, it represents the trend of traditionally male names crossing to female use.
Historical Record
Mason first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 3,274 babies have been named Mason in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mason is past its peak , currently ranked #3,124 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Mason was the #2 baby name for boys in the US in 2011 and 2012
- Freemasonry takes its name and symbolism from the craft of stonemasonry
Mason in Other Languages
French
Masson
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Mason
Popularity Over Time
#3,124
Current Rank
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Peaked 1997
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,124
- Total SSA Count
- 51
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Mase
May
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mason
What does the name Mason mean?
"stone worker, bricklayer" (from Old French). "worker in stone" (from Germanic). Mason is an occupational surname turned given name, from the Old French masson meaning stonemason or bricklayer, derived in turn from a Frankish root. The skilled trade of masonry was highly valued in medieval Europe, and masonry guilds were precursors to Freemasonry. While Mason exploded as a top-5 boy's name in the 2010s (partly due to Kourtney Kardashian naming her son Mason), it has increasingly been embraced as a gender-neutral and even girl's name.
What is the origin of the name Mason?
Mason has Old French, Germanic, English, and American origins. In Old French, it means "stone worker, bricklayer". In Germanic, it means "worker in stone".
Is Mason a boy or girl name?
Mason is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3124. As a boy name, it is ranked #42. Mason is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Mason?
Mason is pronounced m-AYS-uhn.
How popular is the name Mason?
Mason is currently ranked #3124 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mason?
Common nicknames for Mason include Mase and May.
What are good middle names for Mason?
Popular middle name pairings include Mason Grace, Mason Jane, Mason Lynn, Mason Rae, Mason Sloane, and Mason Blair.
What are good sibling names for Mason?
Names that pair well with Mason as siblings include Tyler, Parker, Ryan, Avery, Jordan, and Quinn.
How many syllables does Mason have?
Mason has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Mason a common or rare name?
Mason is an uncommon name, ranked #3124 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Mason
Mason is a girl name with English and American origins . The name means "stone worker, bricklayer" in Old French .
Is Mason a boy or girl name? Mason is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,124 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #42. Mason is more commonly used as a boy name.
Mason is currently ranked #3,124 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Mason has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-AYS-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mason include Mase and May. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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