Kayson

At a Glance: Name: Kayson – Meaning: modern variant of Cason – Origin: English (modern variant) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: KAY-sun

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Kayson (pronounced KAY-sun) is a modern English name that's really a variant spelling of Cason. You might come across claims that it means "son of Kay" or "healer," but neither holds up — Wiktionary lists it simply as a modern take on Cason, with no separate meaning of its own. It leans into a modern, minimalist style with a bold, trailblazing feel.

Meaning & Origin of Kayson

Meaning: Modern variant of cason.

Origin: English (modern variant).

A common claim: Said to mean 'son of Kay,' or on some sites 'healer' Actually: Neither claim is well supported. Kayson is considered a modern variant of Cason.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Kayson

Phonetic: KAY-sun   IPA: /ˈkeɪsən/

Popularity of Kayson

The SSA has tracked Kayson since 1982, and it peaked at #278 in 2022 with 1,238 boys given the name. By 2024 it had eased slightly to #291, with 1,146 babies named Kayson that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1982–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Kayson mean?

Modern variant of cason. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Kayson)

How do you pronounce Kayson?

Kayson is pronounced KAY-sun (IPA: /ˈkeɪsən/).

Is Kayson a popular name right now?

Kayson is near its all-time peak (#278 in 2022), ranked #291 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1982–2024.)

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