Jay vs Tate

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

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Popularity Comparison

Jay Rank #397
Tate Rank #210

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 vs #397 for Jay.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jay ___

  • Jay Alexander
  • Jay Michael
  • Jay Thomas
  • Jay William
  • Jay Xavier
  • Jay Carter

Tate ___

  • Tate William
  • Tate Henry
  • Tate James
  • Tate Oliver
  • Tate Alexander
  • Tate Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jay

Blake Cole Drew Reese Quinn

If you choose Tate

Knox Beau Sloane Quinn Jude

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jay or Tate more popular?

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 compared to Jay at #397 in the United States.

What do Jay and Tate mean?

Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Jay and Tate boy or girl names?

Jay is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.

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