Jet vs Townes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jet

Boy #1,354 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"black gemstone (fossilized wood)"

Origin: Old French/Greek

Cultural Roots

English Dutch American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,354
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jet Rank #1,354
Townes Rank #1,554

Jet is more popular, ranked #1354 vs #1554 for Townes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jet or Townes more popular?

Jet is more popular, ranked #1354 compared to Townes at #1554 in the United States.

What do Jet and Townes mean?

Jet means "black gemstone (fossilized wood)" (Old French/Greek origin). Townes means "from the town, settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Jet and Townes boy or girl names?

Jet is primarily a boy name. Townes is primarily a boy name.

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