Gods son or a spiritual child
Originally an English surname or a descriptive title, Godson refers to a male child for whom a person serves as a sponsor at baptism. In modern usage, it is often chosen as a literal expression of faith, signifying a child who belongs to God. It follows the trend of religious word names like Messiah or Saint.
Less common today
Godson isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,991 in 2019.
A character in the Nigerian film industry (Nollywood) Β· various Nigerian cinema
French professional footballer
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).