US Popularity:2300
Origin:Indian
Other Origin(s):Sanskrit, British, Latin
Meaning:Victory, Triumph; Wane, perish; Blue-crested bird
Jai is a boy’s name of Indian and Sanskrit origins. While it can translate to "wane" or "perish" in Sanskrit, it may also come from the Hindi word jayī and the Sanskrit name jayaḥ, meaning “victory” and “triumph.” A beautiful name popular in South Asia, this title is also beloved in Australia and the UK, most likely due to its smooth, calming sound. Related to the name Jay, the meaning of Jai could also be interpreted as “blue crested bird” with British and Latin origins. This attractive title is easy to pronounce and emanates an air of intuition and strength. Jai is the perfect name for a powerful soul who will impress the world with their magnetizing personality and lasting success!

Jai Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Jai is currently #905 on The Bump
Boy:Jai is currently #236 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Jai is currently #2300 in U.S. births
Boy:Jai is currently #779 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#2300
in 2022
- 83
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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