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Jacai

jah-KYE · The meaning of Jacai is uncertain; it is likely a modern invented name.

2025 rank (boys)
#8,910
Babies named in 2025
8
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 213,510 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2007

Rising since 2007, #8,910 for boys today.

Popularity of Jacai since 2006

Babies named Jacai per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2012, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jacai's real moment was 2024.

591420102020Most births 2012Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s12
2010s96
2020s59

Meaning & origin

Jacai is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2006, making it a relatively recent addition to the naming landscape. It has shown a steady upward trajectory, particularly since 2007, and reached its peak rank in 2024 at 8,910. In 2025, about 1 in 213,510 newborns were named Jacai, placing it among less common choices. The name's sound blends elements of Jace and Kai, two names that have gained popularity in recent decades. While Jacai has not yet appeared in top state rankings, its consistent rise suggests growing appeal among parents seeking unique, contemporary names.

Jacai is a modern invented name, likely a blend of sounds from names such as Jace and Kai, or a variation of the name Jace. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2006 and has seen a steady rise in use, particularly in the 2020s. The name has no known historical or linguistic roots.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jace, Jac, Cai

Sibling names for Jacai

Names that share Jacai's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Aria, Leila, Maya, Zara, Nova

Brothers: Jace, Kai, Zane, Miles, Ezra

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jacai mean?
The meaning of Jacai is uncertain. It is likely a modern invented name with no established meaning.
How popular is the name Jacai?
In 2025, Jacai ranked 8,910 in the United States, with about 1 in 213,510 newborns given the name.
Is Jacai a boy's name?
Jacai is primarily used for boys.