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Jade vs Payson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jade

Boy #2,444 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"precious green stone"

Origin: Spanish piedra de ijada

Cultural Roots

English Spanish Chinese American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,444
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jade Rank #2,444
Payson Rank #2,637

Jade is more popular, ranked #2444 vs #2637 for Payson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jade or Payson more popular?

Jade is more popular, ranked #2444 compared to Payson at #2637 in the United States.

What do Jade and Payson mean?

Jade means "precious green stone" (Spanish piedra de ijada origin). Payson means "son of Paye/Pace (son of Peace)" (Old English/Latin origin).

Are Jade and Payson boy or girl names?

Jade is primarily a boy name. Payson is primarily a boy name.

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