Jay - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Jay

jay'jay'1 syllable
🇬🇧English
Vibrant

MEANING

Jaybird

ORIGIN

English

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the name of the bird, the jay, known for its bright plumage and loud call.

CULTURAL NOTES

The name Jay is often associated with vibrancy and liveliness, akin to the bird it is named after.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The use of Jay as a name can be traced back to when names were inspired by nature and animals.

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