Choosing your baby’s middle name can be a fun but challenging task. You want to find a name that has personal significance, is unique, and goes well with your child’s first name, while also not overthinking which name is the “best.”
Middle names add a special touch and can be a great way to honor family and friends or pay tribute to a special place or time in your life.
Centuries ago, middle names were a novel idea. Only royalty and aristocrats gave their children multiple names. But today, we take great pleasure in choosing both a first name and middle name for our children that will become part of their special identity and significance.
If you’re reading this post, then you are considering the first name Mason for your baby boy. First, let us say congratulations on your expected arrival!
Parenthood is a demanding and precious journey. And whether this is your first baby or your fourth, you want to choose the best middle name for him.
We created our middle name series to assist you in this journey, and we hope it proves helpful. We encourage the use of tools such as cadence, syllable balance, and sources of inspiration, which we discuss below, to help you find the perfect middle name for Mason!
Mason is of English origin and is derived from the occupational name for a stonemason. The name Mason is also associated with the surname of an English noble family. Essentially, Mason means “one who works with stone.”
In such, Mason symbolizes strength and durability. It is a wonderful name for a little boy who you hope will become strong and determined. In recent years, Mason was most popular in 2019 but steadily maintains its position as a desirable boy’s name.
If you are looking for a classic name with a modern feel, Mason is a great choice. The name Mason is strong and masculine without being overbearing.
Whether you are looking for a classic, traditional middle name or a modern, unique middle name to pair with Mason, we have put together a great list of names!
Mason is of English origin and is derived from the occupational name for a stonemason. The name Mason is also associated with the surname of an English noble family.
Popular People Named Mason
Mason Gamble, Actor and singer
Mason Verger, Popular character from novel and TV series
Mason Treadwell, Popular character of the famous novel (and show) Big Little Lies
Mason Jennings, Famous musician
How to Choose a Perfect Middle Name
Family Ties
Maybe you already have a relative, such as a grandfather or great uncle, who has a first or middle name that you love. Or maybe someone long ago in your family tree has a unique name that would make a perfect fit for Mason.
For example, the name ‘William’ was passed down in both my husband’s family and my family for generations.
If you’re going for an old-fashioned name, looking to older relatives is a great place to start. Some classic names include Philip, Charles, George, William, Samuel, Oliver, Arthur, Wesley, Peter, and David.
It may also be possible that your maiden name could make for a great middle name. This wouldn’t have worked in my case, but one of my friends gave her son the name ‘Bryant’ because this was her maiden name, which she gave up when she married. I have also met a ‘Jefferson’ and ‘Saint’ who were named for their mother’s maiden names.
Special Places
Are there any special towns, cities, or vacation spots that stick out in your mind? Perhaps the name of a beach or mountain range?
My friend grew up in a neighborhood called Sylvan Park, of which she had so many fond memories. When her third son was born, she gave him the middle name ‘Sylvan’ to pay homage to her old stomping grounds.
Famous city names for boys include Shannon, Orlando, Diego, Nash, Dallas, Austin, Zaire, Ireland, Boston, Chicago, Jackson, Lucca, and Kent, to name a few!
Double Names
Double names are not just a thing of the past! Many parents, especially in the southern United States choose to give their children stylish double names.
Mason is not commonly used for a double name, but that doesn’t mean that it’s not a great idea!
If a double name does sound appealing to you, consider choosing a short middle name so that it’s more likely for the double name to stick. Names like Mason Lee, Mason John, and Mason James are easy to remember as double names.
Favorite Shows or Books
Think of your favorite books and television shows. We have so many literary and character names to choose from! Judah, Max, Victor, Noah, Gale, and Huck are just a start.
You could also look at author names to come up with inspiration for a middle name to go with Mason. I’ve always thought the name ‘Wilde’ makes an interesting and cool middle name!
Other character names from more recent times include Roland, Milo, Dorian, Asher, Augustus, and Tristan.
Cadence
Think of some of your favorite names from movies, television, books, and childhood stories. Which names stand out and why?
Did the first and last name begin with the same letter? Was the name unusual or strong? How did the last name complement the first?
There are also plenty of examples of well-known individuals using their middle names as a stage or pen name. All the more to say that middle names are important!
One of the things that makes names memorable is when they have good cadence, or rhythm and flow. Cadence is most often a musical term, but it can also apply to names and poetry.
Does the structure of the name flow? Is it harmonious? Does it have alliteration or syllable balance? All these things work together to create names that we love.
Syllables
Of course, the first place we can start is our last name. How do our first name of choice and last name fit together?
Mason is a two-syllable name, so the length of your last name will have an effect on how each middle name sounds. Does a short or long middle name sound better?
Syllable balance is the idea that we pair syllables in a way that makes our name easily flowing and memorable. It’s not a perfect science (more of an art form), but paying attention to the flow of the names helps to create a name we love.
For example, a name with a 3:2:1 syllable balance flows well together. But if the syllable balance is 1:1:1 or 3:3:3, the name feels either choppy and short or long and drawn out.
Mason Andrew Gentry is a sweet name, and it has a 2:2:2 syllable balance. But something like Mason Alexander Gentry or Mason Luke Gentry have mixed syllables and a little better flow. (But again – it’s all in the ears of the beholder!)
Best Middle Names for Mason
Mason Adam
Mason Alex
Mason Alexander
Mason Alistair
Mason Andrew
Mason Anthony
Mason Archer
Mason Arthur
Mason Asher
Mason Atticus
Mason August
Mason Austin
Mason Baker
Mason Barrett
Mason Beckett
Mason Benjamin
Mason Bennett
Mason Bradley
Mason Brady
Mason Brandon
Mason Brantley
Mason Burke
Mason Cade
Mason Callahan
Mason Carter
Mason Cash
Mason Chance
Mason Chandler
Mason Charles
Mason Chase
Mason Christopher
Mason Clark
Mason Clay
Mason Clyde
Mason Cole
Mason Cooper
Mason Cullen
Mason Dale
Mason Darius
Mason Dayton
Mason Dodger
Mason Dominic
Mason Douglas
Mason Drew
Mason Duke
Mason Elias
Mason Elijah
Mason Elliot
Mason Ellis
Mason Eric
Mason Everett
Mason Ezekiel
Mason Ezra
Mason Felix
Mason Finley
Mason Finn
Mason Flynn
Mason Francis
Mason Frederick
Mason Gabriel
Mason Gage
Mason Garrett
Mason George
Mason Gilbert
Mason Graham
Mason Gregory
Mason Grey
Mason Gunner
Mason Hank
Mason Harper
Mason Henry
Mason Hudson
Mason Hugh
Mason Hunter
Mason Isaac
Mason Isaiah
Mason James
Mason Jameson
Mason Jared
Mason Jasper
Mason Jeffrey
Mason Jeremiah
Mason Joel
Mason John
Mason Jonah
Mason Jonathan
Mason Joseph
Mason Joshua
Mason Josiah
Mason Judd
Mason Jude
Mason Kai
Mason Kennedy
Mason Kenneth
Mason Kingston
Mason Kirk
Mason Kyle
Mason Lance
Mason Lander
Mason Larson
Mason Lee
Mason Lennox
Mason Leo
Mason Levi
Mason Liam
Mason Lincoln
Mason Lorenzo
Mason Luke
Mason Maddox
Mason Malachi
Mason Marshall
Mason Matthew
Mason Maxell
Mason Milo
Mason Mitchell
Mason Nash
Mason Nathaniel
Mason Nicholas
Mason Oak
Mason Oliver
Mason Orlando
Mason Oscar
Mason Palmer
Mason Parker
Mason Paul
Mason Paxton
Mason Penn
Mason Peter
Mason Phoenix
Mason Porter
Mason Quentin
Mason Rafferty
Mason Reese
Mason Reid
Mason Remington
Mason Rhett
Mason Rhys
Mason Richard
Mason Rigby
Mason Rivers
Mason Robert
Mason Roderick
Mason Roscoe
Mason Ross
Mason Ryder
Mason Ryker
Mason Sawyer
Mason Sebastian
Mason Shane
Mason Silas
Mason Slater
Mason Spencer
Mason Sullivan
Mason Tameron
Mason Tate
Mason Tennyson
Mason Thaddeus
Mason Thane
Mason Theodore
Mason Thomas
Mason Timothy
Mason Toby
Mason Tucker
Mason Tyler
Mason Uri
Mason Vaughn
Mason Vince
Mason Vincent
Mason Wade
Mason Wayland
Mason Whitley
Mason William
Mason Wyatt
Mason Zachariah
Mason Zachary
Mason Zane
Final Thoughts
No matter which name you choose, it will be loved and cherished by your family. It’s hard to imagine now, but your little Mason will grow into his name and make it his own. And we hope he is as strong and determined as the name he bears! If you choose a name from our list or have other ideas, we would love to hear from you in the comments below!
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