Name comparison
Jason vs John
John is the more common of the two, with roughly 8.1x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Jason | John |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 977,279 | 7,900,000 |
| Global rank | #25 | #4 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 8,186 | 1 in 1,013 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 2 |
| U.S. bearers | 977,279 | 2,626,987 |
How they differ
John has approximately 7.9M living bearers compared to 977k for Jason - a ratio of about 8.1x.
Jason originates from unknown origins. John originates from Hebrew (Yochanan - 'graced by God').
Frequently asked questions
Is Jason or John more popular?
John is more popular worldwide, with approximately 7,900,000 estimated living bearers compared to 977,279 for Jason. That is roughly 8.1x more bearers of John.
What is the difference in origin between Jason and John?
Jason originates from unknown sources. John originates from Hebrew.
Are Jason and John used for the same gender?
Both Jason and John are predominantly used as male names.
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