Jai
Jai: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /dอกสeษช/
Meaning and origin of Jai
- A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.
- A female given name.
How popular is Jai?
Since 1880, 1,375 girls and 5,160 boys in the U.S. have been named Jai (21% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2668 in 1998. Its highest rank for boys was #1016 in 2014. In 2025, 141 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Jai
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Jai
Sister and brother names that share Jai's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Jai FAQ
What does the name Jai mean?
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India. A female given name.
What is the origin of the name Jai?
Jai is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Jai?
Since 1880, 1,375 girls and 5,160 boys in the U.S. have been named Jai (21% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2668 in 1998. Its highest rank for boys was #1016 in 2014. In 2025, 141 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jai a boy or girl name?
Jai is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (1,375 girls and 5,160 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.