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Gerald vs Jai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jai

Boy #1,308 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"victory, triumph"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Hindu South Asian Sikh English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,308
Total SSA Count
149
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gerald Rank #1,168
Jai Rank #1,308

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 vs #1308 for Jai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gerald or Jai more popular?

Gerald is more popular, ranked #1168 compared to Jai at #1308 in the United States.

What do Gerald and Jai mean?

Gerald means "rule of the spear, spear ruler" (Germanic origin). Jai means "victory, triumph" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Gerald and Jai boy or girl names?

Gerald is primarily a boy name. Jai is primarily a boy name.

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