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Augustine vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jay

Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

Cultural Roots

American English South Asian Universal

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#397
Total SSA Count
819
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Augustine Rank #553
Jay Rank #397

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #553 for Augustine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Augustine or Jay more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Augustine at #553 in the United States.

What do Augustine and Jay mean?

Augustine means "great, venerable, majestic" (Latin Augustus origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Augustine and Jay boy or girl names?

Augustine is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.

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