Jaylee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jaylee is a modern American name that combines the lively nature of the jaybird with a suffix that evokes beauty. The name has evolved from Jay and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is associated with a cheerful personality and has no biblical background. Jaylee is often perceived positively in contemporary culture.
The name Jaylee is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady 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, Jaylee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jaylee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15172nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10269th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12998th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6810th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 892nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 892nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jaylee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaylee"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪli/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
The name Jaylee is a blend of the name Jay, which is derived from the jaybird, and the suffix -lee, which is often used in names to evoke beauty or nature.
Meaning
jaybird, a person who is lively and cheerful
Language Evolution
Jay, Jaylee
Historical Usage
Jaylee emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend towards unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jay, Kaylee, Jaila
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jaylee is viewed as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with positivity and vibrancy.
Famous People
Jaylee H. Smith, American artist, Jaylee Hargrove, American singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaylee"
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 "Jaylee"
"Jaylee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15172nd of 16616 | 7 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10269th of 24088 | 81 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12998th of 23106 | 41 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6810th of 27321 | 177 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 892nd of 35406 | 4,466 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 892nd of 30306 | 3,655 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaylee" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jaylee" 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) |
- | - |
80.90% 4202nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.38% 842nd/4582 |
21.24% 1097th/5164 |
10.90% 797th/7313 |
13.41% 1001st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.52% 897th/3984 |
23.33% 1047th/4487 |
11.21% 765th/6822 |
17.43% 1094th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jaylee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaylee" 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.