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At a Glance: Name: Jade – Meaning: the gemstone jade, from Spanish for 'stone of the flank,' after a folk belief the stone cured colic when held to the side – Origin: English (from Spanish) – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: JAYD
Jade takes its name straight from the gemstone, and traces back to Spanish, where it once meant 'stone of the flank' — a nod to an old folk belief that holding the stone against your side could ease colic. Pronounced JAYD, it's a short, clear name with a story rooted in both a mineral and a piece of folk medicine. If you're drawn to names with a tangible, natural touch, this is one with real substance behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Jade
Meaning: The gemstone jade, from spanish for 'stone of the flank,' after a folk belief the stone cured colic when held to the side.
Origin: English (from Spanish).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Jade
Phonetic: JAYD IPA: /ˈdʒeɪd/
Popularity of Jade
Jade has held a steady place among American baby names for decades, with Social Security data stretching back to 1944. It peaked at #80 in 2023 with 2,926 girls given the name, then settled to #84 in 2024 with 2,931 — essentially the same number of babies, just a slightly lower rank.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1944–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Jade mean?
The gemstone jade, from spanish for ‘stone of the flank,’ after a folk belief the stone cured colic when held to the side. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Jade)
How do you pronounce Jade?
Jade is pronounced JAYD (IPA: /ˈdʒeɪd/).
Is Jade a popular name right now?
Jade is near its all-time peak (#80 in 2023), ranked #84 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1944–2024.)
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