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Caspian 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

Caspian Rank #579
Jay Rank #397

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #579 for Caspian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caspian or Jay more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Caspian at #579 in the United States.

What do Caspian and Jay mean?

Caspian means "of the Caspian Sea" (Latin/Geographic origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Caspian and Jay boy or girl names?

Caspian is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.

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