Talent, ability, or wealth; also a short form of James.
In Korean contexts, Jae is a common element in unisex names meaning talent, ability, or riches. In Western contexts, it is often a modern phonetic spelling of the letter J or a diminutive of names like James, Jane, or Janet. It has gained favor as a minimalist, gender-neutral choice.
About 42 boys were named Jae in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Korean-American singer-songwriter and former member of Day6
American professional basketball player
American actor known for The Blind Side
Eisner Award-winning comic book artist
