Jaye
boy name#6803 in 2025Jaye entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #1387 in 1959, ranks #6803 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
#6803
rank today
#1387
peak (1959)
12
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3731 |
| 1930s | #3105 |
| 1940s | #3081 |
| 1950s | #2125 |
| 1960s | #1851 |
| 1970s | #2954 |
| 1980s | #3425 |
| 1990s | #5192 |
| 2000s | #8279 |
| 2010s | #7245 |
| 2020s | #9039 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Jaye are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jaye alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jaye in 2025?
- Jaye ranks #6803 among US boy names in 2025, with 12 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jaye most popular?
- Jaye peaked in 1959, reaching #1387 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jaye with classmates?
- Jaye will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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