Jay Name Origin
/Jay/-
American (Various) 50%
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Indian (South Asian) 30%
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Australian (Various) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Jay
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
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Name Origin
The name 'Jay' is often used as a short form of names like Jason or as a standalone given name. It has roots in English and Indian cultures, where it can mean 'victory' or be derived from the jay bird, symbolizing happiness.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Jay each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).