Yeyson
A Spanish variant of the name Jason, potentially derived from Hebrew origins.
Name Census estimates that about 64 living Americans carry the first name Yeyson. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Yeyson today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Yeyson births was 2021 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Yeyson. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Yeyson. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
64
~ 1 in 5,355,537 Americans
Peak year
2021
11 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#9,826
Tracked since 2007
Popularity
Yeyson: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Yeyson from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 39 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Yeyson 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 Yeyson during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Yeyson
The given name Yeyson is believed to have its origins in the Mayan civilization of Mesoamerica, dating back to the pre-Columbian era. The Mayan word "yeyson" roughly translates to "the one who brings light" or "the illuminator," suggesting a connection with the sun or enlightenment.
This name may have been associated with ancient Mayan deities or revered figures linked to the sun or celestial bodies. However, concrete historical records detailing the use of this specific name during the height of the Mayan civilization are scarce.
The earliest documented instances of the name Yeyson can be traced back to the 16th century, during the Spanish colonization of the Americas. It is believed that some indigenous Mayan individuals adopted or were given Spanish-influenced names, including variations of Yeyson.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Yeyson was Yeyson de la Cruz, a Mayan convert to Christianity in the late 16th century. He is known for his efforts in preserving and recording aspects of Mayan culture and language during the tumultuous period of Spanish colonization.
In the 18th century, Yeyson Xibalbá, a Mayan scholar and philosopher, made significant contributions to the understanding of ancient Mayan knowledge systems and cosmology. His writings and teachings helped preserve the rich intellectual heritage of the Maya.
Another notable figure was Yeyson Itzamná, a Mayan leader and diplomat in the early 19th century. He played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and advocating for the rights of indigenous communities during the Mexican War of Independence.
During the 20th century, Yeyson Quiché, a renowned Mayan artist and sculptor, gained recognition for his works celebrating the cultural traditions and spiritual beliefs of his people. His intricate carvings and sculptures depicted scenes from Mayan mythology and everyday life.
In more recent times, Yeyson Choc, a Mayan activist and educator, has been at the forefront of promoting indigenous rights and educational opportunities in Guatemala. His efforts have helped raise awareness about the preservation of Mayan languages and cultural identity.
While the name Yeyson may have evolved and taken on different spellings or variations over time, its roots can be traced back to the ancient Mayan civilization, where it likely held deep symbolic and cultural significance.
People
Yeyson + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Yeyson as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Y
Other first names starting with Y with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Yeyson: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Yeyson?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 64 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Yeyson 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 5,355,537 US residents.
Is Yeyson a common name?
We classify Yeyson as "Very Rare". It ranks above 58% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 64 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Yeyson most popular?
The single biggest year for Yeyson was 2021, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Yeyson 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 Yeyson in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Yeyson a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Yeyson 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 Yeyson still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Yeyson 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 Yeyson 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 have the name Yeyson?
If you just want to know how many Americans are named Yeyson, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.