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Jay vs Arjun

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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Arjun

Boy #583 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"white, clear, bright"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Hindu Nepali South Asian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#583
Total SSA Count
489
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jay Rank #397
Arjun Rank #583

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #583 for Arjun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jay or Arjun more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Arjun at #583 in the United States.

What do Jay and Arjun mean?

Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin). Arjun means "white, clear, bright" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Jay and Arjun boy or girl names?

Jay is primarily a boy name. Arjun is primarily a boy name.

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