Son

English

"son"

Son Origin and Meaning

The name Son is a boy's name.

Son is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins and meanings. In Vietnamese tradition, it's a common name meaning 'mountain,' symbolizing strength and stability. In English, while primarily recognized as a relational term, it has occasionally appeared as a given name, particularly in Southern American naming traditions or as a family surname adopted as a first name. In Korean contexts, it appears as part of longer names with various meanings depending on the Chinese character used. Son has the distinction of being one of the shortest possible names, making it strikingly minimalist. Despite its simplicity, the name carries significant meaning across cultures, representing family connection, heritage, and in some traditions, natural strength and endurance.

Son Rank in US Top 1000

# 919 in the US

Famous People Named Son

• Son House blues musician
• Son Chae Young female South Korean singer in the band Twice