US Popularity:5976
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Healer
With Greek origins, Jacen is a name typically given to boys. This name translates to “healer” and is an alternative to Jason, the name of a mythological hero who led the Argonauts on their mission to find the Golden Fleece. This unique spelling gives the popular name a much-desirable modern update. Jacen can be abbreviated into nicknames like Jay or Jace, emphasising its contemporary factor and uniqueness.

Jacen Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Jacen is currently #5976 in U.S. births
Boy:Jacen is currently #2766 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2766
in 2023
+ 357
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000 Baby Names by Bruce Lansky pg. 428, 433

  • Behind the Name, Jacen, August 2018

  • Behind the Name, Jason, December 2022

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