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      Meaning of the first name Jetson

      Origin

      American

      Meaning

      Son of Jet

      Variations

      Jenson, Stetson, Batson
      The name Jetson originates from American roots, specifically as a name meaning Son of Jet. the name Jet itself is derived from the Old English word geat, which refers to a gate or entrance, suggesting a familial connection to a person living near a gate or entrance. The addition of the suffix -son indicates son of, a common way to denote lineage in English-speaking cultures.

      The name Jetson has limited historical usage due to its relatively recent origin as a name. However, it gained prominence in popular culture with the debut of The Jetsons, an animated television series set in a futuristic, space-age world. Created by Hanna-Barbera Productions in 1962, the show followed the lives of the Jetson family, led by the father, George Jetson. Since then, the name Jetson has become primarily associated with this fictional family and the futuristic world they inhabited. In modern-day usage, the name Jetson remains most recognizable as a pop culture reference, often evoking visions of flying cars, robot maids, and other fantastical technological advancements depicted in The Jetsons.

      Based on our records...

      Thomas

      Thomas

      This is the most common surname associated with Jetson.
      Dirlie

      Dirlie

      This is the most common name of those married to a Jetson.
      Jetson

      Jetson

      This is the most common name for a child of a Jetson.
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