Jaycee Unisex

Popularity: #748 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAY-see /ˈdʒeɪ.si/

Origin: English; American

Meaning: Modern blend of Jay and the suffix -cee

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Jaycee is a modern English name that is often considered a variant of the name Jacey, which itself is derived from the name Jason. The etymology of Jason traces back to the Greek name Ἰάσων (Iásōn), which means "healer" or "to heal." This Greek name was adopted into Latin as Jasonus, and from there it made its way into various languages, including Old French, before emerging in English.

The name Jason has been historically significant, notably in Greek mythology, where Jason was the leader of the Argonauts in the quest for the Golden Fleece, a tale that has been recounted in various literary works since antiquity. The name Jaycee, as a more contemporary form, likely gained traction in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend towards creative spelling and the blending of traditional names with modern sensibilities.

While there are no specific historical milestones associated with Jaycee itself, the underlying name Jason has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout history, including saints and biblical characters. The name was popularized in the Christian tradition through the New Testament, where Jason is mentioned as a companion of Paul the Apostle in the Acts of the Apostles, further solidifying its cultural resonance.

Culturally, names derived from Jason have often been associated with strength and healing, drawing on the original Greek meaning. The name Jaycee, with its phonetic appeal and modern twist, captures a sense of individuality while still connecting to its historical roots.

This blend of tradition and contemporary flair has contributed to the name's enduring presence in various cultures, reflecting a broader trend of adapting classic names to fit modern naming conventions.

Famous people named Jaycee

In this section, you will find notable people named Jaycee. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Jaycee who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Jaycee who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Jaycee Chan is an actor and singer best known for The Spy Next Door, Kung Fu Yoga, and his music career in Asia.

Jaycee Dugard is an author best known for her memoir A Stolen Life and her advocacy work for missing children.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Jaycee, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Jaycee. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Jaycee was first seen in the United States in 1934.

Jaycee has ranked as high as #943 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Utah, Oklahoma, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Jaycee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Jaycee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jaycee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jaycee.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 255 54 201
2024 365 58 307
2023 360 54 306
2022 324 66 258
2021 355 53 302
2020 334 70 264
2019 369 40 329
2018 357 41 316
2017 393 53 340
2016 467 68 399
2015 496 54 442
2014 510 47 463
2013 575 47 528
2012 572 29 543
2011 606 38 568
2010 602 30 572
2009 530 43 487
2008 514 37 477
2007 429 45 384
2006 388 32 356
2005 355 27 328
2004 304 34 270
2003 306 24 282
2002 319 35 284
2001 309 40 269
2000 287 29 258
1999 290 42 248
1998 222 19 203
1997 215 29 186
1996 185 28 157
1995 117 22 95
1994 111 12 99
1993 116 17 99
1992 118 24 94
1991 105 17 88
1990 57 18 39
1989 52 21 31
1988 42 17 25
1987 28 15 13
1986 27 11 16
1985 26 12 14
1984 23 6 17
1983 24 7 17
1982 14 9 5
1981 12 0 12
1980 22 8 14
1979 24 0 24
1978 15 9 6
1977 18 7 11
1976 15 6 9
1975 7 0 7
1974 14 8 6
1973 16 7 9
1972 11 5 6
1971 5 0 5
1970 6 0 6
1968 5 0 5
1963 5 5 0
1960 5 5 0
1959 5 5 0
1958 6 6 0
1957 6 6 0
1955 9 9 0
1953 7 7 0
1952 5 5 0
1951 5 5 0
1950 5 5 0
1948 9 9 0
1947 6 6 0
1944 5 5 0
1939 6 6 0
1934 5 5 0

Top States for Jaycee (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 40
15%
FL 25
9%
CA 20
7%
GA 15
6%
TN 15
6%
KY 14
5%
OH 13
5%
LA 12
4%
MO 10
4%
NC 9
3%
OK 9
3%
AL 9
3%
MS 8
3%
WI 8
3%
IN 8
3%
PA 8
3%
AR 8
3%
UT 8
3%
NY 7
3%
IL 6
2%
WV 5
2%
IA 5
2%
MI 5
2%