Jasai Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jasai originates from Hebrew, meaning 'He is saved' or 'God is my salvation.' It evolved from the historical form Yashai and has variants like Jashai. The name is associated with positive traits and spiritual significance, though it lacks a direct biblical reference. Jasai gained popularity in recent decades as parents seek unique and meaningful names.
The name Jasai is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jasai has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jasai' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6726th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2218th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jasai' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jasai"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈsaɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jasai is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yashai,' which is believed to mean 'He is saved' or 'God is my salvation.'
Meaning
He is saved, God is my salvation
Language Evolution
Yashai, Jashai
Historical Usage
Jasai is a relatively modern name and gained some popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend of adopting biblical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Yashai, Jashai, Jasiah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jasai is viewed as a unique and modern name with spiritual significance, appealing to those interested in biblical and Hebrew names.
Famous People
Jasai R. Johnson, a contemporary artist known for his innovative works.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jasai"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jasai"
"Jasai" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6726th of 24088 | 168 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2218th of 23106 | 759 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Jasai" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.19% 2677th/3984 |
25.21% 1131st/4487 |
28.64% 1954th/6822 |
57.33% 3598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jasai" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jasai"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jasai" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.