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Ja
UnisexMeaning of Ja: A unisex name used in American naming traditions
Ja is a unisex name most strongly associated with American naming. It has 2 letters and 1 syllable, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 10299th most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#10299
6 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
441
First recorded 1957 · peak 2000
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
69% boys · 31% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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