Jakai
Jakai is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invention, potentially influenced by Kai (ocean/sea) or derived from names like Jakobe.
Origin and history
Jakai is a modern American name created in the late 20th century, likely influenced by names like Jakobe, Kai, or Hebrew names such as Jakai or Jakai-related phonetics. It has seen a steady rise in usage in the United States since the late 1990s and early 2000s. It offers a contemporary, rhythmic sound with an energetic feel.
Popularity in the United States
4,059 babies in the United States have been named Jakai since 1880. It ranks #1975 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #718.
States where it is most popular
- FL (12.6 %)
- GA (9.1 %)
- NY (8.7 %)
- TX (6.9 %)
- NC (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 80 |
| 2000-2010 | 728 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,199 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,052 |
Fun facts
- Jakai has experienced a surge in popularity in the United States, with over half of its total registered births occurring since 2020.
- The name reflects a popular modern naming trend of combining the popular 'Ja-' prefix with the global name element 'Kai'.