Leland vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Leland

Boy #548 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"meadow land"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

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Leland Rank #548

Jay Rank #397

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #548 for Leland.

Is Leland or Jay more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Leland at #548 in the United States.

What do Leland and Jay mean?

Leland means "meadow land" (Old English origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Leland and Jay boy or girl names?

Leland is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.