Cohen 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

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Popularity Comparison

Cohen Rank #239
Jay Rank #397

Cohen is more popular, ranked #239 vs #397 for Jay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cohen or Jay more popular?

Cohen is more popular, ranked #239 compared to Jay at #397 in the United States.

What do Cohen and Jay mean?

Cohen means "priest" (Hebrew origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Cohen and Jay boy or girl names?

Cohen is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.

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