Holding steady.
Popularity of Jas since 1884
Babies named Jas per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2002, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jas's real moment was 1885.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 0 | 10 |
| 1890s | 0 | 0 |
| 1900s | 0 | 5 |
| 1910s | 0 | 8 |
| 1920s | 0 | 11 |
| 1930s | 0 | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 30 |
| 2000s | 13 | 19 |
| 2010s | 0 | 17 |
| 2020s | 0 | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Jas is a short and punchy name with roots as a nickname for longer names like Jason or Jasmine. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1884, and its peak year was 1885, when it saw its highest usage. Since then, it has remained stable but very rare, never ranking in the top 1000. Despite its low frequency, Jas has a modern, musical feel, often associated with jazz. Its top states of usage are not concentrated in any region, reflecting its sporadic use. As a gender-neutral option, it offers a simple, easy to pronounce alternative to more common names.
Jas is a modern diminutive or nickname derived from names like Jason (Greek origin, meaning 'healer') or Jasmine (Persian origin, meaning 'gift from God'). It has been used independently since the late 19th century, often as a gender-neutral or feminine name. Its usage peaked in 1885, possibly influenced by the jazz music era.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Jas
Names that share Jas's style, for a brother or sister.
