"to heal, healer"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
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A mythic hero name meaning healer, uniquely spelled
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Meaning & Origin
"gift of healing"
Origin: Greek (Iasthai root)
Language: English
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The Story of Jasson
Jasson is an alternate spelling of Jason, which derives from the Greek 'Iason,' related to 'iasthai' meaning 'to heal.' In Greek mythology, Jason was the leader of the Argonauts who sought the Golden Fleece. The double-S spelling gives a modern, distinctive twist to this ancient name without changing its pronunciation.
Jason has been a consistently popular name in English-speaking countries since the 1950s. Variant spellings like Jasson, Jayson, and Jasen emerged as parents wanted the familiar name but with a unique visual identity — a common trend in American naming from the 1980s onward.
Jason is one of the great hero names of Greek mythology, the leader of the Argonauts. His quest for the Golden Fleece is one of antiquity's greatest adventure stories. The name carries this heroic legacy across cultures.
Historical Record
Jasson first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 1,297 babies have been named Jasson in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jasson is past its peak , currently ranked #6,250 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- In Greek mythology, Jason assembled the legendary Argonauts for a quest later retold by Apollonius of Rhodes in the Argonautica
- Jason has been a top-10 baby name in the US for multiple years, making Jasson a distinctive variant
Jasson in Other Languages
Greek
Ιάσων
French
Jason
Italian
Giasone
Spanish
Jasón
Portuguese
Jasão
Popularity Over Time
#6,250
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1976
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Hero of Greek mythology, leader of the Argonauts who sought the Golden Fleece; son of King Aeson of Iolcos
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,250
- Total SSA Count
- 14
- Cultural Origins
- Greek American English Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Jay
Jase
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jasson
What does the name Jasson mean?
"to heal, healer" (from Greek). "gift of healing" (from Greek (Iasthai root)). Jasson is an alternate spelling of Jason, which derives from the Greek 'Iason,' related to 'iasthai' meaning 'to heal.' In Greek mythology, Jason was the leader of the Argonauts who sought the Golden Fleece. The double-S spelling gives a modern, distinctive twist to this ancient name without changing its pronunciation.
What is the origin of the name Jasson?
Jasson has Greek, Greek (Iasthai root), American, English, and Christian origins. In Greek, it means "to heal, healer". In Greek (Iasthai root), it means "gift of healing".
Is Jasson a boy or girl name?
Jasson is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jasson?
Jasson is currently ranked #6250 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jasson?
Common nicknames for Jasson include Jay and Jase.
What are good middle names for Jasson?
Popular middle name pairings include Jasson Michael, Jasson Lee, Jasson James, Jasson Alexander, Jasson Ryan, Jasson David, and Jasson Tyler.
What are good sibling names for Jasson?
Names that pair well with Jasson as siblings include Tyler, Brandon, Dylan, Kaylee, Brittany, Austin, and Megan.
How many syllables does Jasson have?
Jasson has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jasson a common or rare name?
Jasson is an uncommon name, ranked #6250 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Jasson?
Are there other spellings for Jasson?
Related spellings include Jassiel.
About the Name Jasson
Jasson is a boy name with Greek, American, English, and Christian origins . The name means "to heal, healer" in Greek .
Jasson is currently ranked #6,250 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jasson has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jasson include Jay and Jase. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jasson include Jassiel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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