Jai is simply a little fancier way of spelling the name Jay, though it can also be a nickname for names like Jason or Jayden, and it's a standalone name that is popular in cultures that speak Hindi, Sanskrit, and Tamil. Jai is especially beloved in Australia, and while it's never been a top baby name in the United States, it seems to be gaining some traction. Because it's short and sweet, Jai makes a great middle name too.
Meaning of the name Jai:
English: Bird
Hindi: Victory
Sanskrit: Victory
Tamil: Victory
Origin of the name Jai:
In the English language, Jai is simply another spelling for Jay, a nature and word name that means “bird.” In the Hindi, Tamil, and Sanskrit languages, Jai is a name that means “victory.”
Symbolism of the name Jai:
New parents may find plenty of symbolism in the name Jai. As a nature name, the blue jay symbolizes fidelity and loyalty. The name's other meaning, victory, may also be symbolic to new parents who see their young son as a win in their lives.
Style of the name Jai:
Modern
Gender of the name Jai:
Jai is a boy's name.
Pronunciation of the name Jai:
JAY
Number of syllables in the name Jai:
One
Emotion evoked from the name Jai:
The baby name Jai evokes images of someone who is cool and calm in all situations.
Alternative spellings for the name Jai:
- Jay
- Jaye
- Jae
- Jeh
Nicknames for the name Jai:
- JJ
Popularity of the name Jai:
According to the Social Security Administration, Jai has never been a top 1,000 baby name for boys or girls in the United States.
Related names for the name Jai:
Great middle names for Jai and their meanings:
- Alexander (protector of men)
- Maximillian (greatest)
- Thomas (twin)
- Hunter (one who hunts)
- Ryan (little king)
- Tyler (tile maker)
- Mason (stone worker)
- Matthew (gift from God)
- Daniel (God is my judge)
Famous people with the name Jai:
- Jai Courtney (actor)
- Jai Ingham (soccer player)
- Jai Koutrae (actor)
- Jai Lucas (basketball player)
- Jai Taurima (long jump champion)
- Jai Rodriguez (actor, musician, and host)