Jai
Jai is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit origin, meaning “Victory, triumph”.
| Meaning | Victory, triumph |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit |
| Written as | जय |
| Pronunciation | JAI |
| Tradition | Hindu, Sikh |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, United States |
Meaning and origin of Jai
Jai is the Sanskrit word jaya, 'victory', in its everyday Hindi and Punjabi form. It is heard constantly in praise slogans such as Jai Shri Ram, Jai Mata Di and Jai Hind, so the name has strong positive associations. As a given name it is short, easy to pronounce in English and often chosen by diaspora families for that reason. It also forms the first part of many compound names such as Jaideep and Jaiveer.
Is Jai a Hindu name?
Jai is used by Hindu and Sikh families; the word itself appears in many devotional cries, from Jai Shri Krishna to the Sikh Jaikara.
How popular is Jai?
Common in India and the South Asian diaspora, where it also blends easily with English names.
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Spellings and variants of Jai
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jai mean?
Jai means 'Victory, triumph'. It is of Sanskrit origin.
Is Jai a Hindu name?
Jai is used by Hindu and Sikh families; the word itself appears in many devotional cries, from Jai Shri Krishna to the Sikh Jaikara.
How do you pronounce Jai?
Jai is pronounced JAI.
Is Jai a boy or girl name?
Jai is usually a boy name.