Jaye is of Hebrew origin and means "to celebrate, rejoice." It's a unisex name, though it's more commonly used for males. The name Jaye can be pronounced as either DAY or JAY, depending on personal preference. It has been ranked among the least popular names in recent years, adding to its uniqueness. Jaye is often associated with the Hebrew phrase "Hallelujah," which means "praise Yah." Some notable people with this name include Jaye P. Morgan, an American singer and actress, and Jaye Goldin, a British actor.
"The name Jaye experienced significant popularity growth from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s, peaking with 79 births in 1954 and 116 births in 1955. After the mid-1960s, the popularity of the name declined steadily, with fewer than 30 births per year from 1968 onwards. Since the 2000s, Jaye has become quite rare, with less than 20 births per year."