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Jataya

jah-TAY-ah · Of uncertain origin; likely a modern invented name.

Peak popularity
2002
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Jataya since 1994

Babies named Jataya per year in U.S. Social Security records.

61319200020102020Most births 2002Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s34
2000s71
2010s6
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Jataya is a rare modern invented name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1994. Its usage peaked in 2002 and has since remained stable at an extremely low frequency, with fewer than five births per year in most years and never enough to rank nationally. The name reflects a creative contemporary pattern, blending fashionable sounds to create a distinct identity. While its exact origins are unclear, Jataya fits within a group of American coinages from the late 20th century that prioritize individuality over historical tradition.

Jataya first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1994, suggesting a modern coinage. It follows a pattern of creative feminine names ending in 'aya' or 'taya', possibly influenced by names like Kataya or Lataya. No definitive derivation from a specific language or culture has been established.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jata, Taya, Jay

Sibling names for Jataya

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jataya mean?
The meaning of Jataya is uncertain. It is considered a modern invented name without a clear traditional meaning.
How popular is the name Jataya?
Jataya has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. It was first recorded in 1994 and peaked in 2002, but its usage has remained very rare.
Is Jataya a boy's or girl's name?
Jataya is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.