Ceejay

“gift of God”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9921US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

262All-time births

📅 Since 199300

What does Ceejay mean and where does it come from?

Ceejay is an informal name, primarily used in English-speaking countries. It is often derived as a nickname for names that start with 'C' and 'J', such as 'Cecil' or 'Jasper'. The name is modern and has gained popularity as a unique, given name. Its meaning 'gift of God' resonates with many as a spi

Cultural significance

Ceejay has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gift of god.

Peak popularity

Reached #5436 in 2004 — currently #9921 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Ceejay?

Ceejay works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ceejay Grace

How popular is Ceejay right now?

Falling — down 2574 spots — currently #9921 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#9921 · Top 7.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9921	7	▼ down 2574 · -36% births
2022	#7347	11	▼ down 574 · -8% births
2021	#6773	12	▼ down 654 · -14% births
2020	#6119	14	▲ up 1663 · +40% births
2015	#7782	10	▲ up 727 · +11% births
2010	#8509	9	▲ up 1189 · +29% births
2005	#9698	7	▼ down 3462 · -36% births
2000	#6236	11	▲ up 1448 · +57% births
1995	#7684	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ceejay

Best Year2020Rank #6119

Peak Count14

Average Rank#7785

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20239 years

The story of Ceejay

Ceejay is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 262 total births recorded, Ceejay remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7684 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9921 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ceejay in 2004:

Jacob Michael Joshua Matthew Ethan

Ceejay by decade

Ceejay peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	51
2000s	98
2010s ★	99
2020s	14

💎Ceejay has only 262 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ceejay?

Common

CeeCeejCeejieCeejyEjay

What names sound and feel like Ceejay?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ceejay also consider these

Cee-jay

Latin · A Latin name

Leejay

English · a combination of

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Ceejay

What does the name Ceejay mean?

Ceejay means "gift of God" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ceejay?

Ceejay is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Ceejay?

Ceejay originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Ceejay a common or rare name?

Ceejay is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Ceejay?

Ceejay naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.