Find out how popular the first name Jaie has been for the last 4 years (from 1983 to 1986) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jaie by gender

Based on the last 4 years of data, Jaie is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 85% of people named Jaie being female.

For the most recent data in 1986, there were 14 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Jaie.

The history of the first name Jaie

The name Jaie is believed to have originated from the Old French language, derived from the Latin name "Gaudius" or "Gaudius," which means "rejoice" or "joy." This name gained popularity during the Middle Ages in France and surrounding regions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jaie can be found in the 12th century French epic poem "The Song of Roland," where a minor character bears this name. However, it is unclear whether this was a reference to an actual person or a fictional character.

In the 13th century, a nobleman named Jaie de Montfort was documented in historical records as a prominent figure during the Albigensian Crusade against the Cathars in southern France. He played a significant role in the capture of the city of Béziers in 1209.

During the Renaissance period, a renowned French poet and playwright named Jaie Marot lived from 1463 to 1524. He was known for his innovative poetry and is considered a pioneer of the Renaissance literary movement in France.

Another notable figure bearing the name Jaie was Jaie de la Fontaine, a 17th-century French fabulist and poet who lived from 1621 to 1695. His collection of fables, known as "Fables of La Fontaine," is widely celebrated and has been translated into numerous languages.

In the 18th century, Jaie Diderot, a French philosopher and writer, was born in 1713 and died in 1784. He is best known for his influential work "Encyclopédie," which he co-edited and contributed to significantly, shaping the ideas of the Enlightenment era.

It is worth noting that while the name Jaie has been present throughout various historical periods, its usage has been relatively uncommon compared to other French names. Additionally, variations of the name, such as "Jaye" or "Jaye," have also been documented, possibly stemming from different regional dialects or linguistic influences.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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