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Jay vs Titus

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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Titus

Boy #384 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"title of honor, great one"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Roman Latin English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#384
Total SSA Count
843
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jay Rank #397
Titus Rank #384

Titus is more popular, ranked #384 vs #397 for Jay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jay or Titus more popular?

Titus is more popular, ranked #384 compared to Jay at #397 in the United States.

What do Jay and Titus mean?

Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin). Titus means "title of honor, great one" (Latin origin).

Are Jay and Titus boy or girl names?

Jay is primarily a boy name. Titus is primarily a boy name.

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