Declining since 2007.
Popularity of Jaysa since 1978
Babies named Jaysa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 102 |
| 2000s | 245 |
| 2010s | 154 |
| 2020s | 33 |
Meaning & origin
Jaysa is a modern feminine given name that first appeared in the United States in 1978. It reached its peak popularity in 2008, though it has never ranked in the top 1,000. The name is thought to be a creative respelling or combination, possibly influenced by the name Jay or other -sa ending names. Its trajectory has been falling since 2007, indicating a decline in new uses. While not associated with any particular state or region, Jaysa fits in with a trend of modern, invented names that have a soft, melodic sound.
Jaysa is a modern coinage, likely formed by blending the name Jay with the fashionable -sa suffix seen in names like Kaysa or Jaysa. It emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, with its first recorded use in 1978. Its popularity peaked in 2008, but it has since declined in usage.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jay, Jay-Jay, Sasa
Sibling names for Jaysa
Names that share Jaysa's style, for a brother or sister.
