Gentry vs Joi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joi

Girl #2,591 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"joy, happiness"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English Caribbean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,591
Total SSA Count
68
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Gentry Rank #1,601
Joi Rank #2,591

Gentry is more popular, ranked #1601 vs #2591 for Joi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gentry ___

  • Gentry Lee
  • Gentry James
  • Gentry Ray
  • Gentry Cole
  • Gentry Wade
  • Gentry Blake

Joi ___

  • Joi Marie
  • Joi Elise
  • Joi Renee
  • Joi Nicole
  • Joi Louise
  • Joi Celeste

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Gentry

Declan Landry Piper Briar Weston

If you choose Joi

Bliss Hope Faith Grace Chance

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gentry or Joi more popular?

Gentry is more popular, ranked #1601 compared to Joi at #2591 in the United States.

What do Gentry and Joi mean?

Gentry means "noble birth, upper class" (Old French origin). Joi means "joy, happiness" (Old French origin).

Are Gentry and Joi boy or girl names?

Gentry is primarily a boy name. Joi is primarily a girl name.

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