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Conrad vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Conrad

Boy #470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold counsel"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German English Polish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#470
Total SSA Count
654
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Conrad Rank #470
Jay Rank #397

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #470 for Conrad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conrad or Jay more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Conrad at #470 in the United States.

What do Conrad and Jay mean?

Conrad means "bold counsel" (Old High German origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Conrad and Jay boy or girl names?

Conrad is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.

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