Jett
Jett is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Black gemstone, jet black, or fast-paced.
Origin and history
Jett is a modern English vocabulary name derived from the mineral jet, a dense black gemstone formed from decaying wood under pressure. It gained popularity as a sleek, contemporary choice in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. In the United States, it has seen a substantial rise in use since 2020.
Popularity in the United States
26,465 babies in the United States have been named Jett since 1880. It ranks #722 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #210.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.5 %)
- CA (10.3 %)
- FL (4.8 %)
- UT (3.9 %)
- OK (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 13 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 11 |
| 1940-1950 | 15 |
| 1950-1960 | 82 |
| 1960-1970 | 64 |
| 1970-1980 | 36 |
| 1980-1990 | 170 |
| 1990-2000 | 725 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,313 |
| 2010-2019 | 10,405 |
| 2020-2029 | 10,621 |
Famous people named Jett
- Jett Williams: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- The name ultimately traces back to the ancient Greek town of Gagas, famous for the black stone found there.
- Jett has surged in popularity in the U.S., ranking among the top 250 boys' names in recent years.