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Jay vs Abraham

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

Jay Rank #397
Abraham Rank #204

Abraham is more popular, ranked #204 vs #397 for Jay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jay or Abraham more popular?

Abraham is more popular, ranked #204 compared to Jay at #397 in the United States.

What do Jay and Abraham mean?

Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin). Abraham means "father of many nations" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jay and Abraham boy or girl names?

Jay is primarily a boy name. Abraham is primarily a boy name.

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