Jadan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jadan is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'to thank' or 'to praise.' It has evolved from the Hebrew word 'yadah' into its modern form. The name reflects traits of gratitude and acknowledgment. It does not have significant biblical references. Jadan gained popularity in the late 20th century as a trendy name and is often viewed positively in contemporary culture.
The name Jadan is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Jadan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jadan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11250th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1947th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7207th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5832nd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jadan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jadan"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪdən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jadan is derived from the Hebrew word 'yadah,' which means 'to thank' or 'to praise.' It reflects a sense of gratitude and acknowledgment.
Meaning
to thank, to praise
Language Evolution
Yadah (Hebrew), Jadan (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Jadan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among English-speaking communities, as a modern and unique alternative to more traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jaden, Jaiden, Jayden
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jadan is perceived as a contemporary and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jadan Hossack (Australian artist), Jadan L. Smith (American athlete)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jadan"
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 "Jadan"
"Jadan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 11250th of 16616 | 23 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1947th of 24088 | 1,029 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7207th of 23106 | 132 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5832nd of 35406 | 337 |
Regional Popularity of "Jadan" 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) |
55.26% 2532nd/4582 |
36.44% 1882nd/5164 |
24.09% 1762nd/7313 |
36.17% 2699th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
71.13% 4464th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jadan" 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) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
63.09% 4614th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jadan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jadan" 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.