Jayn is of Hebrew origin and has two primary meanings: "the Lord is merciful" and "whom God shall give." It is a unique yet familiar choice for a first name, offering parents the opportunity to bestow a moniker that is distinctive while still having a recognizable root. This name gained prominence in recent years due to its use by celebrities, which has contributed to its growing popularity among parents seeking unconventional yet meaningful names for their children.
The name Jayn saw a peak in popularity between 1953 and 1955 with 7 births each year, but it has since declined to 5 births per year after 1957. Overall, there were 39 babies named Jayn born over these years.