Quinn vs Jay

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

Popularity Comparison

Quinn Rank #498
Jay Rank #397

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #498 for Quinn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quinn or Jay more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Quinn at #498 in the United States.

What do Quinn and Jay mean?

Quinn means "chief, leader" (Irish origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Quinn and Jay boy or girl names?

Quinn is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.

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