Giada Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Giada is an Italian name meaning 'jade,' reflecting beauty and value. It has evolved from the French word for the gemstone to its current form in Italian. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly influenced by notable figures in the culinary world. It is often associated with elegance and sophistication, while having no direct biblical relevance.
The name Giada is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Giada has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Giada' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1395th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1320th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Giada' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Giada"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒiːɑːdə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Giada is derived from the Italian word for 'jade,' which is a precious stone. The name reflects qualities of beauty and value associated with the gemstone.
Meaning
jade
Language Evolution
Jade (French), Giada (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name Giada has gained popularity in the late 20th century, especially in the United States, due in part to the influence of celebrity chefs and television personalities.
Variants & Derivatives
Jade, Giadino, Giadina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Giada is perceived as a sophisticated and elegant name, often associated with culinary arts and Italian heritage.
Famous People
Giada De Laurentiis, an American chef, author, and television personality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Giada"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Giada"
"Giada" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1395th of 35406 | 2,426 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1320th of 30306 | 2,142 |
Regional Popularity of "Giada" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Giada" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.55% 1308th/4582 |
13.90% 718th/5164 |
22.59% 1652nd/7313 |
19.54% 1458th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
30.92% 1232nd/3984 |
14.37% 645th/4487 |
29.64% 2022nd/6822 |
23.47% 1473rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Giada"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Giada" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.