Meaning, origin, history
Jefferson is a name of American origin, derived from the English surname "Fairfax". The name means "son of Geoffrey", with Geoffrey being an old Germanic name that means "peace". Jefferson is also associated with Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, who was born with the name and played a significant role in shaping American history. Despite its historical ties to America, Jefferson has been used as a given name around the world, with notable individuals bearing this name coming from various countries such as Canada, Australia, and Brazil.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Jefferson since 1880
Total births
23,763
Total since 1880
Peak year
2009
444 births
in 2023
339
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+3%
→
vs previous 5 years