Grey vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grey

Boy #878 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"gray-haired one"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

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Grey Rank #878

Jay Rank #397

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #878 for Grey.

Is Grey or Jay more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Grey at #878 in the United States.

What do Grey and Jay mean?

Grey means "gray-haired one" (Old English origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Grey and Jay boy or girl names?

Grey is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.