"thankful, grateful"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Jadon
Jadon is a Hebrew name (יָדוֹן, Yadon) appearing in the Bible in Nehemiah 3:7, where Jadon the Meronothite helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. The name derives from Hebrew roots meaning 'God has heard' or 'thankful, grateful.' It's related to the Aramaic word 'yadon' meaning 'he will judge.' In the English-speaking world, Jadon gained use partly as a Biblical alternative to the phonetically similar but non-Biblical Jayden/Jaden, which exploded in popularity in the early 2000s.
Jadon emerged as a given name in the United States in the 1990s-2000s, benefiting from the massive wave of -aden names (Jayden, Aiden, Braden, Hayden, Caden). Parents who wanted that sound but with Biblical grounding chose Jadon for its Hebrew authenticity. It peaked around 2005-2010 and has since declined as the -aden trend cooled.
In Christian communities, Jadon's Biblical origins in Nehemiah — the story of rebuilding Jerusalem's walls — give the name meaning tied to perseverance and community. The name fits the broader American Christian naming tradition of seeking distinctly Biblical names that still sound contemporary.
Historical Record
Jadon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 10,448 babies have been named Jadon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jadon is past its peak , currently ranked #1,410 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Biblical Jadon helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem under Nehemiah around 445 BCE — one of history's most inspiring urban restoration projects
- Jadon Sancho, the English footballer, has given the name renewed recognition in European soccer
- The -aden name wave of the 2000s (Jayden, Aiden, Braden, Caden) is one of the most documented trends in American naming history
Jadon in Other Languages
French
Jadon
German
Jadon
Hebrew
יָדוֹן
Spanish
Jadón
Portuguese
Jadon
Popularity Over Time
#1,410
Current Rank
Peaked 2003
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jadon
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Jadon Sancho
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2000
English professional footballer who plays as a winger for Chelsea and England national team
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Jadon (Biblical)
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The Meronothite who helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem under Nehemiah (Nehemiah 3:7)
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #1,410
- Total SSA Count
- 132
- Cultural Origins
- American Christian African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Jay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jadon
What does the name Jadon mean?
"thankful, grateful" (from Hebrew). Jadon is a Hebrew name (יָדוֹן, Yadon) appearing in the Bible in Nehemiah 3:7, where Jadon the Meronothite helped rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. The name derives from Hebrew roots meaning 'God has heard' or 'thankful, grateful.' It's related to the Aramaic word 'yadon' meaning 'he will judge.' In the English-speaking world, Jadon gained use partly as a Biblical alternative to the phonetically similar but non-Biblical Jayden/Jaden, which exploded in popularity in the early 2000s.
What is the origin of the name Jadon?
Jadon has Hebrew, American, Christian, and African American origins. In Hebrew, it means "thankful, grateful".
Is Jadon a boy or girl name?
Jadon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1410. As a girl name, it is ranked #52450. Jadon is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jadon?
Jadon is currently ranked #1410 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jadon?
Common nicknames for Jadon include Jay.
What are good middle names for Jadon?
Popular middle name pairings include Jadon Michael, Jadon Alexander, Jadon Lee, Jadon Cole, Jadon Grant, Jadon Xavier, and Jadon Emmanuel.
What are good sibling names for Jadon?
Names that pair well with Jadon as siblings include Jaylen, Caleb, Elijah, Micah, Savannah, Layla, Naomi, and Isaiah.
How many syllables does Jadon have?
Jadon has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jadon a common or rare name?
Jadon is an uncommon name, ranked #1410 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Jadon
Jadon is a boy name with American, Christian, and African American origins . The name means "thankful, grateful" in Hebrew .
Is Jadon a boy or girl name? Jadon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,410 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #52,450. Jadon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jadon is currently ranked #1,410 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jadon has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jadon include Jay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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