The unique and distinctive name Johntay is of American origin, derived from combining John and Tay. It's composed of two elements: 'John', a classic name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is gracious,' and 'Tay', which may be drawn from various sources such as Scottish or Irish origins, suggesting 'from the town' or 'cheerful'. This fusion creates an uncommon yet appealing moniker that reflects its own blend of cultures and meanings.
The name Johntay experienced fluctuating popularity between 1991 and 2010, with the highest number of births occurring in 1994 and 2005 at nine each. The years 1995, 1999, 2003, 2009, and 2010 also saw a notable number of births (five or more) for this name. However, there were periods of decline, such as in 2006 with six births and 2007 with seven births. Overall, Johntay was given to a total of eighty newborns during these years.