Jayde Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jayde is an English name derived from the word jade, referring to the precious stone. Its meaning conveys beauty and purity. The name has evolved from the Spanish term for jade and gained modern popularity as a unique variant in recent decades. Jayde is viewed positively in contemporary culture, often linked to individuality and artistic expression. There is no biblical significance associated with the name.
The name Jayde is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jayde has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jayde' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7795th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6333rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5723rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10610th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13742nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1962nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 978th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 940th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jayde' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jayde"
Pronunciation
/dʒeɪd/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Jayde is derived from the gemstone jade, which is associated with purity and serenity. It may also be a modern variant of the name Jade, which itself comes from the Spanish term 'piedra de ijada', meaning 'stone of the side'.
Meaning
precious stone
Language Evolution
Jade (Spanish), Jade (English), Jayde (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Jayde gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and trendy variant of Jade, often used for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Jade, Jayd, Jaydah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jayde is perceived as a stylish and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and uniqueness.
Famous People
Jayde Nicole, a Canadian model, Jayde Adams, a British comedian
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jayde"
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 "Jayde"
"Jayde" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7795th of 10718 | 19 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6333rd of 16616 | 95 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5723rd of 24088 | 215 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10610th of 23106 | 66 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13742nd of 19264 | 18 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1962nd of 27321 | 1,036 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 978th of 35406 | 3,996 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 940th of 30306 | 3,448 |
Regional Popularity of "Jayde" 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) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jayde" 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) |
40.81% 1504th/3685 |
48.22% 2158th/4475 |
42.86% 2226th/5194 |
30.81% 1946th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
19.36% 887th/4582 |
20.88% 1078th/5164 |
15.92% 1164th/7313 |
11.76% 878th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
21.08% 840th/3984 |
25.32% 1136th/4487 |
14.47% 987th/6822 |
14.60% 916th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jayde"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jayde" 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.