Martin vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Martin

Boy #308 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

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Martin Rank #308

Jay Rank #397

Martin is more popular, ranked #308 vs #397 for Jay.

Is Martin or Jay more popular?

Martin is more popular, ranked #308 compared to Jay at #397 in the United States.

What do Martin and Jay mean?

Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Martin and Jay boy or girl names?

Martin is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.