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Jay vs Miller

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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Miller

Boy #439 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who mills grain"

Origin: Old English (mylenweard)

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#439
Total SSA Count
721
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jay Rank #397
Miller Rank #439

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #439 for Miller.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jay or Miller more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Miller at #439 in the United States.

What do Jay and Miller mean?

Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin). Miller means "one who mills grain" (Old English (mylenweard) origin).

Are Jay and Miller boy or girl names?

Jay is primarily a boy name. Miller is primarily a boy name.

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