Boys name · Nebraska
Jay in Nebraska
Jay was the 354th most popular boys name in Nebraska in 2025, with 7 babies named Jay that year. Since 1912, Nebraska families have named 2,351 babies Jay.
Popularity over time
Jay in Nebraska, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 | 133rd |
| 1928 | 8 | 205th |
| 1942 | 11 | 159th |
| 1957 | 71 | 49th |
| 1971 | 49 | 52nd |
| 1986 | 24 | 90th |
| 2003 | 6 | 332nd |
| 2025 | 7 | 354th |
Its rank among boys names in Nebraska fell from 133rd in 1912 to 354th in 2025.
The most babies named Jay in Nebraska in a single year was 90, in 1962. Its best showing was 42nd among boys names in 1964.
Across the country, Jay reached its best rank of 19th in Utah (1937). See Jay in every state →
How popular is Jay in Nebraska?
Jay was the 354th most popular boys name in Nebraska in 2025, with 7 babies named Jay that year. Since 1912, Nebraska families have named 2,351 babies Jay.
How many babies are named Jay in Nebraska?
In 2025, 7 babies were named Jay in Nebraska. The most babies named Jay in Nebraska in a single year was 90, in 1962.
What is the rank of Jay in Nebraska?
Jay ranked 354th among boys names in Nebraska in 2025. Its best showing was 42nd among boys names in 1964.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.