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Jason vs Maxwell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jason

Boy #148 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"healer, to heal"

Origin: Greek Iason

Cultural Roots

English American Greek French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#148
Total SSA Count
2,448
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jason Rank #148
Maxwell Rank #182

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 vs #182 for Maxwell.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jason or Maxwell more popular?

Jason is more popular, ranked #148 compared to Maxwell at #182 in the United States.

What do Jason and Maxwell mean?

Jason means "healer, to heal" (Greek Iason origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Jason and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Jason is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.

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