Jade

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Stone of the Flank; Green Gem

Background: The name Jade originates from the Spanish term 'piedra de la ijada,' which means 'stone of the flank.' This term refers to the belief that the stone could cure ailments related to the kidneys. The name also pertains to the green gemstone known as jade, which has been valued for its beauty and durability.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#370
Total births
106,429
Most popular decade
2000s (93,831 births)
10-year trend
↑ Rising (+55 ranks)
Years in Top 100
7
First recorded year
1944

Gender usage

5.4% male 94.6% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1947
First year births
5
First year rank
#3,733
Peak year
1994
Peak year births
192
Peak rank
#761
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
56
Recent rank
#2,435

Female

First year
1944
First year births
6
First year rank
#4,054
Peak year
2002
Peak year births
3,630
Peak rank
#86
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
2,931
Recent rank
#84

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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