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Get ready to celebrate all the amazing people named Jason on National Jason Day on April 26! This holiday was first created in honor of Saint Jason, a Christian martyr who is believed to have been one of the earliest disciples of Jesus. However, it has evolved into a day to celebrate and appreciate all the wonderful individuals who bear this popular name. Whether you know a Jason or are one yourself, this day is a great opportunity to recognize and celebrate their unique qualities and contributions. So let's give a big shout-out to all the Jasons out there!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1947</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Jason Name Popularity Rises</div><div class='timeline-text'>The name Jason saw a significant increase in popularity in the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1955</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Notable Jasons in Entertainment</div><div class='timeline-text'>The name Jason starts to become known in the entertainment industry with personalities like Jason Robards making it prominent.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Jason, A Top Baby Name</div><div class='timeline-text'>Jason becomes one of the most popular baby names in the United States, ranking within the top 5 for boys.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Iconic Jason in Horror Film</div><div class='timeline-text'>"Jason Voorhees" becomes an iconic character in the horror film "Friday the 13th Part 2."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>24th Most Popular Boy's Name</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Social Security Administration ranks Jason the 24th most popular boy's name of the past century in the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Jason Day Celebration Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first recorded celebration of National Jason Day occurs online, with people named Jason and those who know them, sharing the day on social media.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Jason-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite all your friends named Jason for a fun and festive celebration! Decorate with "Jason" balloons and serve dishes that start with the letter "J", like jalapeno poppers and jambalaya.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Jason Day scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Hide clues around your neighborhood or city that lead to fun Jason-related activities or locations. The first person or team to complete the scavenger hunt wins a prize!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try out Jason's favorite hobbies</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Research famous people named Jason and try out their favorite hobbies or activities. For example, if there's a famous Jason who loves skateboarding, gather some friends and go try it out for yourselves!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch movies and TV shows featuring characters named Jason</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Have a movie or TV marathon featuring characters named Jason. Some options could include "Friday the 13th" or "Jason Bourne".</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Jason Day playlist</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather songs with the name "Jason" in the title or by artists named Jason to create a fun and personalized playlist for the day. Bonus points if you can get all your friends named Jason to contribute to the playlist!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a day to celebrate all the Jasons in our lives</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Jason Day is a special day to recognize and appreciate all the people named Jason. Whether it's a friend, family member, or colleague, this holiday is a great opportunity to show your appreciation for the Jasons in your life.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Jasons are known for their strong qualities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Many people with the name Jason are known for their strength, determination, and leadership abilities. National Jason Day is a chance to celebrate these qualities and recognize the positive impact that Jasons have on their communities.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's an excuse to have some fun</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Why not use National Jason Day as an opportunity to plan some fun activities with your friends or family members named Jason? Whether it's a game night, a movie marathon, or a day out exploring, this holiday is a perfect excuse to spend quality time with the Jasons in your life.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jason is a Top 100 Name in the United States</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the Social Security Administration, Jason has been one of the most popular boy names in the United States for many decades, often ranking in the top 100.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jason's origin links to a classical mythological hero</h3><p class='facts-content'>The name Jason originates from Greek mythology. Jason was the leader of the Argonauts who successfully retrieved the Golden Fleece.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jason is an International Name</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Name Jason is used worldwide, with various spellings and pronunciations, including Jasón in Spanish, Jašon in Czech, Iason in Latin and Jassen in Afrikaans.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jason means "healer"</h3><p class='facts-content'>In its original Greek form (Ιασων), the name Jason translates to "healer", associating those named Jason with the qualities of healing and nurturing.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sport, Science and Space Exploration Feature Famous Jasons</h3><p class='facts-content'>From competitive sports to space exploration, many famous personalities named Jason have made their mark. Notable names include Jason Kidd, Jason Statham, and astronaut Jason Reitman.</p></div></div>
National Jason Day is celebrated on April 26th every year. In 2024 National Jason Day will occur on a Friday.
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