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Jay vs Kasen

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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Kasen

Boy #555 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"modern American coinage, son of Case"

Origin: American English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#555
Total SSA Count
537
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jay Rank #397
Kasen Rank #555

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #555 for Kasen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jay or Kasen more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Kasen at #555 in the United States.

What do Jay and Kasen mean?

Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin). Kasen means "modern American coinage, son of Case" (American English origin).

Are Jay and Kasen boy or girl names?

Jay is primarily a boy name. Kasen is primarily a boy name.

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