Jade
Jade is a girls' name of Spanish origin meaning “precious green gemstone; stone of the side.” It ranked #111 in the United States in 2025. From the Spanish piedra de la ijada (stone of the flank), as jade was thought to cure kidney ailments.
how do you pronounce Jade?
JAYD
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what does Jade mean?
The name Jade means “precious green gemstone; stone of the side.” It comes from the Spanish language tradition.
From the Spanish piedra de la ijada (stone of the flank), as jade was thought to cure kidney ailments. The gem has been treasured in Chinese, Mesoamerican, and Maori cultures for millennia. As a name, it evokes cool green beauty.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #111 |
| 2023 | #116 |
| 2022 | #122 |
| 2021 | #128 |
| 2020 | #135 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Jade?
- Jade Jagger (designer)
- Jade Thirlwall (singer)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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