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Jay vs Warren

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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Warren

Boy #262 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"park, game preserve"

Origin: Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American Norman

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#262
Total SSA Count
1,327
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jay Rank #397
Warren Rank #262

Warren is more popular, ranked #262 vs #397 for Jay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jay or Warren more popular?

Warren is more popular, ranked #262 compared to Jay at #397 in the United States.

What do Jay and Warren mean?

Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin). Warren means "park, game preserve" (Norman French origin).

Are Jay and Warren boy or girl names?

Jay is primarily a boy name. Warren is primarily a boy name.

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