Meaning & History
Kason is a modern American given name, considered a variant of Cason. The name Cason itself is derived from an English surname, which in turn traces its root to Mason. The name Mason originated as an occupational surname for a stoneworker, from Old French maçon (of Frankish origin, akin to Old English macian 'to make').
Kason emerged in the United States in the late 20th and early 21st century as part of a trend of creating new names by altering popular ones. It benefits from its similarity to well-established names like Mason and Jason, giving it a familiar and fashionable sound. Cason, the direct root variant, enjoyed modest use in the early 21st century for the same reason. Other related variants include Cayson, Kaison, Kasen, Kaysen, and Kayson.
While the name is uncommon compared to its progenitor Mason—which peaked as the second most popular boys' name in the US in 2011—composite forms like Kason represent a typical American naming practice of inventing innovative variants. There is no connection to the month name Kason from the Burmese calendar, which denotes the second month and has associated festivals such as the Bodhi Tree Watering Festival.
- Meaning: Variant of Cason (stemming from Mason)
- Origin: English (modern coinage from surname-derived roots)
- Type: Given name (male)
- Usage: Primarily United States