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Jonathan vs Mason

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mason

Boy #42 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Stone worker; one who builds with stone"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#42
Total SSA Count
6,471
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jonathan Rank #83
Mason Rank #42

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 vs #83 for Jonathan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jonathan or Mason more popular?

Mason is more popular, ranked #42 compared to Jonathan at #83 in the United States.

What do Jonathan and Mason mean?

Jonathan means "God has given" (Hebrew (Yehonatan) origin). Mason means "Stone worker; one who builds with stone" (English origin).

Are Jonathan and Mason boy or girl names?

Jonathan is primarily a boy name. Mason is primarily a boy name.

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