Jae is of Korean origin and means "one." It's often used as both a male and female name, but its usage has become more popular globally for females in recent years. The name has gained prominence due to celebrities like Jae from the girl group miss A and actress Jae Suh Park. Jae can also be spelled Jay or Ji-Ae.
The name Jae experienced a notable increase in popularity from the late 20th century onwards, with a significant spike starting around 1985 and peaking in recent years, particularly between 2019 and 2023. Prior to the 1980s, there were fewer than 20 births per year on average. However, from 1985 onwards, the number of annual births with the name Jae consistently rose, reaching a high of 44 in 2020 and maintaining an average of over 30 births per year since then.