Jones

Meaning of Jones

Means "son of John"

Jones has Welsh roots — browse every Welsh baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Jones

Jones is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #811 in 2025 from #947 in 2020.

Notable people named Jones

• James Earl Jones
  Actor, voice of Darth Vader
• Tommy Lee Jones
  Actor
• Orlando Jones
  Actor and comedian
• Quincy Jones
  Music producer and composer
• Jim Jones
  Cult leader

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Questions about the name Jones

What does the name Jones mean?

Jones means means "son of john", and it comes from Welsh origins.

Is Jones a boy's or a girl's name?

Jones is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Jones?

In 2025, Jones ranked #811 for boys, up from #847 the year before.

When was Jones most popular?

Jones peaked at #811 in 2025.