Jontay
Jontay is a girl baby name. Ranked #58,255 in the US, popular nicknames include Jon, Joy, and Jonie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jontay first appeared in US Social Security records in 1982.
Over 15 babies have been named Jontay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jontay is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #58,255 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #58,255
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Also a Boy Name
Jontay is also used as a boy name, ranked #40567.
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About the Name Jontay
Jontay is a girl name .
Is Jontay a boy or girl name? Jontay is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #58,255 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #40,567. Jontay is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jontay is currently ranked #58,255 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jontay include Jon, Joy, Jonie, and Jontie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis