Mason

Pronunciation: [ m-AYS-uhn ]

Girl Name #3,124 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A stonemason's surname turned gender-crossing powerhouse

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Meaning & Origin

"stone worker, bricklayer"

Origin: Old French

Language: English

"worker in stone"

Origin: Germanic

Language: English

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.

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

Italian Mason

Spanish Mason

Famous People Named Mason

Mason Disick

Other

2009

Son of Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick, whose birth on Keeping Up with the Kardashians popularized the name Mason

Mason Mount

Athlete

1999

English professional footballer who plays for Manchester United and England national team

Quick Facts

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

Pairs Well With

Mason Grace Mason Jane Mason Lynn Mason Rae Mason Sloane Mason Blair

Sibling Names

Tyler Parker Ryan Avery Jordan Quinn

Also a Boy Name

Mason is also used as a boy name, ranked #42.

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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.