"precious green stone"
Origin: Spanish piedra de ijada
Language: English
Jade
Pronunciation: [ j-AYD ]
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Meaning & Origin
"stone of the flank (kidney healing)"
Origin: Spanish
Language: Spanish
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- Primarily considered a girl's name in English-speaking countries
The Story of Jade
Jade comes from the Spanish phrase 'piedra de ijada' meaning 'stone of the flank' — Spanish conquistadors observed indigenous peoples of Central America pressing the stone against their sides to cure kidney ailments. Shortened to 'jade', the name carries both this medicinal history and centuries of cultural reverence. In China, jade (yu) has been prized for over 5,000 years as the 'stone of heaven.'
Jade as a boy's name is relatively rare in English-speaking countries where it skews female, but it has been used as a masculine name in Chinese cultures and increasingly by parents seeking gender-neutral gemstone names. It peaked in the UK as a girl's name in the 1990s thanks to celebrity associations.
In Chinese culture, jade symbolizes nobility, beauty, purity, and immortality — it's given as a protective amulet and worn throughout life. In Mesoamerican cultures, jade was more valuable than gold. The name carries this weight of ancient reverence across cultures.
Historical Record
Jade first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 5,790 babies have been named Jade in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jade is past its peak , currently ranked #2,444 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- In ancient China, jade was so prized it was called 'the stone of heaven'
- The Aztecs valued jade more highly than gold
- Jade has been used in China for over 7,000 years
Jade in Other Languages
Arabic
جاد
French
Jade
Chinese
玉 (Yù)
Spanish
Jade
Japanese
ジェード
Popularity Over Time
#2,444
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1978
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #2,444
- Total SSA Count
- 56
- Cultural Origins
- English Spanish Chinese American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
J
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jade
What does the name Jade mean?
"precious green stone" (from Spanish piedra de ijada). "stone of the flank (kidney healing)" (from Spanish). Jade comes from the Spanish phrase 'piedra de ijada' meaning 'stone of the flank' — Spanish conquistadors observed indigenous peoples of Central America pressing the stone against their sides to cure kidney ailments. Shortened to 'jade', the name carries both this medicinal history and centuries of cultural reverence. In China, jade (yu) has been prized for over 5,000 years as the 'stone of heaven.'
What is the origin of the name Jade?
Jade has Spanish piedra de ijada, Spanish, English, Chinese, and American origins. In Spanish piedra de ijada, it means "precious green stone". In Spanish, it means "stone of the flank (kidney healing)".
Is Jade a boy or girl name?
Jade is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2444. As a girl name, it is ranked #84. Jade is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Jade?
Jade is pronounced j-AYD.
How popular is the name Jade?
Jade is currently ranked #2444 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Jade?
Popular middle name pairings include Jade Alexander, Jade River, Jade Michael, Jade Thomas, Jade William, and Jade Hunter.
What are good sibling names for Jade?
Names that pair well with Jade as siblings include Jasper, Amber, Ruby, Garnet, Cole, Miles, and Sierra.
How many syllables does Jade have?
Jade has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jade a common or rare name?
Jade is an uncommon name, ranked #2444 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jade
Jade is a boy name with English, Spanish, Chinese, and American origins . The name means "precious green stone" in Spanish piedra de ijada .
Is Jade a boy or girl name? Jade is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,444 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #84. Jade is more commonly used as a girl name.
Jade is currently ranked #2,444 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jade has 1 syllable and is pronounced j-AYD, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jade include J. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jade include Jaden, Jadiel, Jad, Jadon, Jadyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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