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Warren vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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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Popularity Comparison

Warren Rank #262
Jay Rank #397

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Warren or Jay more popular?

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

What do Warren and Jay mean?

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

Are Warren and Jay boy or girl names?

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

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