Johnson
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Son Of John
- Origin
- Scottish
Johnson Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 6,987 baby boys have been named Johnson. The name peaked in 2000 with 111 US births that year (rank #1216). In 2024, ranked #3547 nationally — 2,331 places below its 2000 peak.
Top States for Johnson
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Johnson births are: California (864), New York (361), Texas (294).
Other Scottish-Origin Names Like Johnson
If you like Johnson's Scottish origin, consider these related names: Abhainn, Abhainn, Aibne, Acair, Acaiseid, Achaius. Browse all Scottish names →
7-Letter Names Starting with J
Names with Johnson's exact length and starting letter: Jaantje, Jacalyn, Jacelyn, Jacenta, Jacinda.
Quick Facts About Johnson
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston | From John's Farm | Male | Scottish |
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Compare Johnson to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Johnson against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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