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How to Pronounce Jefferson

Jefferson / dzhehfɚsuhn /

The name Jefferson is a Male name of English origin meaning "Son of Geof, son...". It is pronounced dzhehfɚsuhn.

English Male

Jefferson is a English name meaning "Son of Geof, son...". English; derived from Jeffrey + -son (meaning "son of"). Jeffrey originates from Germanic elements: "frid" (peace) and "gawi" (territory or rule).

Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic dzhehfɚsuhn
IPA d͡ʒɛfɚsən

Say it as dzhehfɚsuhn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

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How do you pronounce Jefferson?
Jefferson is pronounced dzhehfɚsuhn.
What is the correct pronunciation of Jefferson?
The correct pronunciation of Jefferson is dzhehfɚsuhn (IPA: d͡ʒɛfɚsən).
Is Jefferson a English name?
Yes, Jefferson is a English name meaning "Son of Geof, son...".

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