Jade

♂ Boy

Pronounced JAYD /dʒeɪd/High

Meaning: Jade stone; from Spanish piedra de la ijada (stone of the flank/kidney — jade was said to cure kidney disorders), via French jadeHigh

In 30 seconds: The green gemstone name — jade entered English from Spanish, where the green stone was believed to cure kidney disorders. While primarily a girls' name, Jade appears in boys' data reflecting its unisex appeal and associations with wisdom in East Asian cultures.

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Origin HighSpanish, French

MeaningJade stone; from Spanish piedra de la ijada (stone of the flank/kidney — jade was said to cure kidney disorders), via French jade

U.S. rank (2025)#2405 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births57 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1994

Total births (all-time)≈ 5,852

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Jade comes from Spanish piedra de la ijada (stone of the flank/loin/kidney), because jade was believed to cure kidney disorders. Via French jade it entered English. In Chinese culture jade (yu) has been revered for 7,000 years as the most precious of all materials.

Jade ranked #2448 for boys in 2024. While primarily a girls' name in the U.S., it appears in boys' data reflecting its East Asian cultural resonance for boys and unisex use.

Did you know? Jade was considered the most precious substance in ancient China — more valuable than gold or silver. The emperor's seal, burial suits of Han dynasty royalty, and ceremonial objects were all made of jade. The Chinese phrase 'gold has a price, jade is priceless' reflects this cultural supremacy.

Overall data confidence 91%

Behind the Name — Jade — Spanish etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jade mean?

Jade means 'healing stone,' from Spanish piedra de la ijada (kidney stone). In Chinese culture, jade has been the most prized substance for 7,000 years.

How do you pronounce Jade?

It's said JAYD /dʒeɪd/ — one syllable, rhyming with 'made.'

Is Jade a boy or girl name?

Jade is primarily used for girls but appears in boys' data in 2024.

How popular is Jade?

Jade ranked #2448 for U.S. boys in 2024.