Jakai Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-KAI / /dʒəˈkaɪ/Hebrew; African American
Meaning
Hebrew: God will establish; African American: a modern name with no specific meaning
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, the name Jakai can be interpreted as a reference to divine establishment or support. In African American culture, Jakai is often seen as a contemporary name reflecting creativity and individuality.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Jakai
- Jakae
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jakai was first seen in the United States in 1994. Jakai has ranked as high as #943 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Florida, New York, Georgia, California, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Jakai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jakai (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 54 | |
| TX | 34 | |
| GA | 26 | |
| NC | 25 | |
| CA | 21 | |
| OH | 16 | |
| PA | 15 | |
| SC | 15 | |
| IL | 15 | |
| AL | 14 | |
| LA | 14 | |
| NY | 14 | |
| WI | 14 | |
| MO | 13 | |
| VA | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 29 |
| 2002 | 60 |
| 2003 | 67 |
| 2004 | 64 |
| 2005 | 97 |
| 2006 | 83 |
| 2007 | 98 |
| 2008 | 84 |
| 2009 | 122 |
| 2010 | 96 |
| 2011 | 120 |
| 2012 | 94 |
| 2013 | 90 |
| 2014 | 107 |
| 2015 | 130 |
| 2016 | 119 |
| 2017 | 124 |
| 2018 | 155 |
| 2019 | 163 |
| 2020 | 183 |
| 2021 | 244 |
| 2022 | 312 |
| 2023 | 363 |
| 2024 | 426 |