Find out how popular the first name Jayz has been for the last 18 years (from 2000 to 2017) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jayz by gender

Based on the last 18 years of data, Jayz is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2017, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jayz.

The history of the first name Jayz

The name Jayz is a relatively modern name with origins that can be traced back to the late 20th century. It is believed to have emerged as a variant spelling of the more common name "Jay," which itself is a derivative of the name "Jacob" or "Jacques." The name Jacob has Hebrew roots and means "supplanter" or "one who follows."

While the exact origin of the spelling "Jayz" is unclear, it is speculated that it may have been influenced by the rise of hip-hop culture and the popularity of rap artists who adopted unique and stylized spellings of names. The letter "z" in place of "y" or "s" became a common trend in the naming conventions of this subculture, lending a sense of edginess and individuality.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jayz can be found in the late 1980s, when it was used as a stage name by the American rapper and entrepreneur Shawn Corey Carter, better known as Jay-Z. Born in 1969, Jay-Z is widely regarded as one of the most influential and successful hip-hop artists of all time, and his adoption of the distinctive spelling "Jayz" may have contributed to its subsequent popularity.

Another notable figure with the name Jayz is Jayz Mendoza, a Filipino-American fashion designer and entrepreneur. Mendoza founded the clothing brand "Jayz Clothing" in the early 2000s, further solidifying the name's association with urban culture and streetwear fashion.

In the world of sports, Jayz Nugent is a former professional basketball player from Australia who played in the National Basketball League (NBL) during the early 2000s. His unique name stood out in the sporting world and added to the growing recognition of the name Jayz.

While the name Jayz may not have a long historical lineage, it has undoubtedly carved out a niche for itself in contemporary culture, particularly within the realms of music, fashion, and urban subcultures. Its distinctive spelling and association with influential figures in these fields have contributed to its growing popularity and recognition as a unique and edgy alternative to more traditional names.

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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