Jade Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Jade' originates from the Spanish word for the jade stone and is associated with preciousness. It evolved from Old Spanish to modern English, representing a beautiful gemstone. With no biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in recent decades and is perceived as stylish and elegant, with several notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Jade is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Jade has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jade' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3618th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 871st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 871st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1442nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2474th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5416th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2426th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1064th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 233rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 113th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 104th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jade' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jade"
Pronunciation
/dʒeɪd/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name 'Jade' is derived from the Spanish word 'jade,' which refers to the jade stone. The term itself comes from the phrase 'piedra de ijada,' meaning 'stone of the side,' referencing the stone's historical use in medicine for ailments related to the kidneys.
Meaning
precious stone
Language Evolution
Old Spanish: 'ijada', Spanish: 'jade', English: 'Jade'
Historical Usage
The name Jade gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a given name reflecting the beauty and value of the gemstone.
Variants & Derivatives
Jada, Jayde, Jadyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jade is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with elegance and natural beauty.
Famous People
Jade Thirlwall, Jade Jones, Jade Hallyday
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jade"
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 "Jade"
"Jade" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
---|---|---|---|
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3618th of 7552 | 93 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 871st of 10718 | 1,390 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 871st of 16616 | 2,078 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1442nd of 24088 | 1,589 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2474th of 23106 | 645 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5416th of 9204 | 43 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2426th of 12526 | 409 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1064th of 19264 | 1,826 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 233rd of 27321 | 19,234 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 113th of 35406 | 46,370 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 104th of 30306 | 32,752 |
Regional Popularity of "Jade" 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) |
25.43% 747th/2937 |
40.97% 1427th/3483 |
35.79% 1259th/3518 |
19.36% 783rd/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
22.36% 824th/3685 |
33.27% 1489th/4475 |
21.04% 1093rd/5194 |
11.98% 757th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.24% 1523rd/4582 |
41.67% 2152nd/5164 |
24.30% 1777th/7313 |
17.03% 1271st/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
79.30% 3558th/4487 |
42.71% 2914th/6822 |
31.74% 1992nd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jade" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
92.70% 1434th/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
- |
57.73% 1602nd/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
37.86% 1112th/2937 |
27.91% 972nd/3483 |
36.04% 1268th/3518 |
21.66% 876th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
6.08% 224th/3685 |
5.16% 231st/4475 |
4.29% 223rd/5194 |
4.01% 253rd/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
2.68% 123rd/4582 |
2.44% 126th/5164 |
1.57% 115th/7313 |
1.34% 100th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
3.36% 134th/3984 |
2.79% 125th/4487 |
1.61% 110th/6822 |
1.23% 77th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jade"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jade" 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.