Mason (given name)

Mason
Pronunciation May-Son
Gender Unisex
Origin
Meaning "One who works with stone"
Other names
Nickname(s) Mace
Related names Macen, Masen, Mayson, Maison
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Mason is a traditionally masculine given name, although recently the name has been used for either sex. Its origin is from the occupational surname Mason, which means "one who works with stone".[1]

The popularity of the given name has risen in recent years, becoming the second most popular boy's name in the United States in 2011.[2]

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References

  1. Mason, Thinkbabynames.com
  2. Mason, Nameberry.com

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