MallowbyNames

Jaysun

JAY-sun · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern respelling of Jason or a variant of Justin.

Peak popularity
2002
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2017

Rising since 2017.

Popularity of Jaysun since 1977

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

4812198020002020Most births 2002Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1970s7
1980s0
1990s36
2000s84
2010s44
2020s28

Meaning & origin

Jaysun is a modern American respelling that first appeared in 1977. Although it has never ranked in the top 1000, its peak year of usage was 2002, and it has been on an upward trajectory since 2017. The name follows a broader trend of phonetic spellings, similar to Jayson or Jace. Its relative rarity means it has not been recorded in any top state lists, and it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a contemporary-sounding name with a familiar base.

Jaysun is a modern name that first appeared in the United States in 1977. It is likely a creative respelling of Jason, the Greek name meaning 'healer,' or possibly a variant of Justin, from Latin 'justus' meaning 'just' or 'fair.' Its rise in the 2000s reflects a broader trend of phonetic and unconventional spellings of established names. The name has seen a gradual increase in use since 2017, though it remains relatively rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jay

Variants: Jason, Jayson

Sibling names for Jaysun

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jaysun mean?
The meaning of Jaysun is uncertain. It is generally considered a modern respelling of Jason (meaning 'healer' in Greek) or a variation of Justin (from Latin 'justus').
How popular is the name Jaysun?
Jaysun is a rare name. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1977, peaked in popularity in 2002, and has never ranked in the top 1000. Since 2017, its usage has been rising slightly.
Is Jaysun a boy's name?
Yes, Jaysun is almost exclusively used as a boy's name, according to Social Security data.