Jad Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jad originates from Arabic, meaning generosity or nobility. It has evolved from classical Arabic forms and is considered modern and appealing today. The name carries positive traits and lacks significant biblical relevance.
The name Jad is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jad has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jad' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3773rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3144th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1873rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jad' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jad"
Pronunciation
/dʒæd/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Jad is derived from the Arabic word 'جَدّ' (jadd), which means 'generosity' or 'nobility'.
Meaning
generosity, nobility
Language Evolution
Jad (modern Arabic), Jadd (classical Arabic)
Historical Usage
The name Jad has been used in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries and has gained popularity in various regions due to its positive connotations.
Variants & Derivatives
Jadid, Jadd, Jadi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jad is perceived as a modern and stylish name in many cultures, often associated with positive traits such as generosity and kindness.
Famous People
Jad Abumrad - a prominent Lebanese radio host, Jad Hadid - a notable figure in the artistic community
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jad"
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 "Jad"
"Jad" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3773rd of 10718 | 120 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3144th of 16616 | 288 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1873rd of 24088 | 1,089 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1106th of 23106 | 2,181 |
Regional Popularity of "Jad" 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) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
42.98% 2715th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.44% 1349th/4582 |
30.19% 1559th/5164 |
25.82% 1888th/7313 |
21.81% 1628th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.67% 943rd/3984 |
16.36% 734th/4487 |
18.26% 1246th/6822 |
19.39% 1217th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jad" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jad"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jad" 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.