Ja
UnisexJa has been given to 441 babies in the U.S. since 1957. It peaked in 2000. In 2025, about 1 in 284,679 boys was named Ja.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
441
Peak year
2000 (29 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1957
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
31% girls / 69% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ja — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ja.
Sibling name ideas for Ja
Same era and popularity as Ja, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ja?
Ja has been given to 441 babies in the U.S. since 1957. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ja peak?
Ja peaked in 2000, when 29 babies were given the name.
Is Ja a girl or boy name?
Ja is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.
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