Jaceion
An invented name perhaps inspired by the Greek words "jakhos" and "leon" meaning "son of strength".
Name Census estimates that about 493 living Americans carry the first name Jaceion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jaceion today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaceion births was 2016 (62 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaceion. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
493
~ 1 in 695,242 Americans
Peak year
2016
62 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,823
Tracked since 2012
Popularity
Jaceion: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jaceion from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 321 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Jaceion remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaceion by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jaceion during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jaceions live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. Texas, Louisiana, Georgia recorded the most babies named Jaceion, while Florida, Mississippi, North Carolina recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 19 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaceion
The given name Jaceion has its origins in the ancient Aramaic language, which was widely spoken in the Middle East during the 6th century BCE. It is derived from the word "Yah-tseyon," which translates to "Yahweh is salvation" or "God is my savior." The name's roots can be traced back to the biblical city of Zion, which was a symbolic representation of the presence of God.
Throughout history, the name Jaceion has been associated with various religious and cultural traditions. In the early Christian era, it was commonly used by Syriac Christians, particularly in regions like Mesopotamia and the Levant. The name also found its way into Islamic cultures, where it was occasionally adopted by families with Aramaic or Syriac roots.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Jaceion can be found in the writings of the 4th-century Christian scholar and theologian, St. Ephrem the Syrian. He referred to a monk named Jaceion who lived in the desert regions of Syria and was known for his piety and asceticism.
In the 8th century, a prominent figure named Jaceion al-Kindi emerged in the Islamic world. He was a renowned philosopher, mathematician, and scientist who made significant contributions to the fields of optics, physics, and metaphysics. His works influenced the development of scientific thought in the Arab world and beyond.
During the Middle Ages, a Syriac Orthodox bishop named Jaceion of Edessa (1050-1124) became known for his diplomatic efforts in resolving conflicts between Christian factions in the region. His diplomatic skills and commitment to reconciliation earned him respect among various religious communities.
In the 16th century, a notable figure named Jaceion Abuna (1535-1598) was a prominent Ethiopian monk and scholar who played a crucial role in the translation and preservation of ancient Christian texts. His work helped preserve the rich literary heritage of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.
Another historical figure bearing the name Jaceion was Jaceion Tkhwimeri (1720-1802), a Georgian nobleman and military leader who fought against the Persian and Ottoman empires. He is celebrated in Georgian folklore for his bravery and leadership during the country's struggle for independence.
While the name Jaceion is relatively uncommon in modern times, it continues to hold significance within certain religious and cultural traditions, particularly among Syriac Christians and those with roots in the Middle Eastern region.
People
Jaceion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaceion as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with J
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FAQ
Jaceion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaceion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 493 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaceion going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 695,242 US residents.
Is Jaceion a common name?
We classify Jaceion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 84.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 497 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaceion most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaceion was 2016, when 62 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaceion is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jaceion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jaceion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaceion in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jaceion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jaceion in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jaceion can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Jaceion?
You can see how many people share the name Jaceion on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.