Jett first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Jett has been for the last 49 years (from 1975 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Jett

Variant spelling of the French name Gette, meaning jet-black or dark.

Popularity of Jett by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Jett is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 97% of people named Jett being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 1,781 male babies and 41 female babies born with the name Jett.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 41 baby girls were named Jett in 2023, despite it being a predominantly male name. We'd love to know why!

Year Male Count Female Count
2023 1,781 41
2022 1,765 38
2021 1,449 45
2020 1,210 28
2019 1,196 29
2018 1,132 29
2017 1,170 29
2016 1,116 32
2015 1,048 44
2014 1,023 29
2013 1,017 28
2012 891 28
2011 925 12
2010 872 15
2009 782 17
2008 499 11
2007 479 12
2006 471 21
2005 486 10
2004 354 10
2003 334 9
2002 335 9
2001 290 14
2000 282 10
1999 193 7
1998 123 0
1997 101 8
1996 86 8
1995 57 0
1994 42 7
1993 51 7
1992 24 5
1991 27 0
1990 21 0
1989 28 0
1988 23 0
1987 22 0
1986 19 0
1985 24 0
1984 17 0
1983 14 0
1982 11 0
1981 5 0
1980 7 0
1978 11 0
1977 6 0
1976 7 0
1975 6 0

The history of the first name Jett

The name Jett is a modern English name derived from the gemstone jet, a type of black coal. Jet has been used as a gemstone since prehistoric times, with some of the earliest evidence of its use found in the Whitby area of Yorkshire, England. The name Jett likely emerged as a given name in the 20th century, possibly inspired by the sleek and stylish associations of the black gemstone.

While not a traditional name with ancient roots, the name Jett has gained popularity in recent decades. One of the earliest famous bearers of the name was Jett Pangan, a Filipino singer-songwriter born in 1984. He is known for his work with the rock band The Juliets.

Another notable Jett is Jett Williams, born in 1953, the daughter of country music legend Hank Williams. She has worked to preserve her father's legacy and has been involved in various projects related to his music and life.

In the world of sports, Jett Travolta is a notable figure. Born in 1992, he is the son of actor John Travolta and is a professional race car driver and pilot. He has competed in various racing events and has also been involved in aviation.

Jett Jones, born in 1981, is an American model and actress. She has appeared in various television shows and films, including the popular sitcom The Parkers.

Jett Rebel, born in 1989, is a Dutch singer and songwriter. He has released several successful albums and is known for his unique blend of rock and electronic music.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Jett throughout history. While a relatively modern name, it has gained popularity and recognition across various fields, from entertainment to sports and beyond.

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.

The history and meaning of the name Jett was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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