Until recently, Mason has been used as a last name. However, it has become popular as a given name in recent years. The name is derived from a French surname with Germanic origins thought to mean 'to make'. In the Middle Ages, the name Mason was bestowed upon skilled stone workers. Mason could be a good choice for sporty boys, as several high-profile sports stars share the name. These include American basketball player Mason Plumlee and Mason Crosby, placekicker for the Green Bay Packers.

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