Jada
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
67,462 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2005 Peak Popularity Year
4,284 Peak Births

Jada Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Jada originates from Hebrew, meaning 'thankful' or 'to acknowledge.' It evolved from Yadah through Judah to Jada. The name is linked to gratitude and has biblical relevance. Jada rose to prominence in the late 20th century and is considered trendy today, often associated with strong, independent individuals.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jada"

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Pronunciation

/ˈdʒeɪdə/

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Origin

Hebrew

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Etymology

The name Jada is derived from the Hebrew name Yadah, which means 'to thank' or 'to acknowledge.' It is often associated with the biblical figure of Judah.

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Meaning

thankful, acknowledgment

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Language Evolution

Yadah, Judah, Jada

Biblical Background

The name Jada has a biblical connection through Judah, one of the sons of Jacob, and signifies gratitude.

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Historical Usage

Jada gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern name choice for girls.

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Variants & Derivatives

Jade, Jadah, Jadie

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Jada is perceived as a trendy and fashionable name, often associated with strength and individuality.

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Famous People

Jada Pinkett Smith, Jada Stevens

📊 Jada Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Declining
25-Year Trend: Gradually Declining

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✨ Jada Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 4,284 peak births in 2005

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jada"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Jada"

"Jada" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 7892nd of 10718 18
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 10056th of 16616 32
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 6205th of 24088 189
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 17359th of 23106 17
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 9107th of 9107 5
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 7165th of 9204 16
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 2312th of 12526 439
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 854th of 19264 2,510
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 608th of 27321 5,503
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 104th of 35406 50,453
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 459th of 30306 8,280

Regional Popularity of "Jada" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- 66.98%
3459th/5164
56.82%
4155th/7313
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Jada" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
78.49%
1748th/2227
94.32%
2292nd/2430
60.46%
1725th/2853
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
27.00%
793rd/2937
31.38%
1093rd/3483
19.56%
688th/3518
41.12%
1663rd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
17.10%
630th/3685
14.68%
657th/4475
8.32%
432nd/5194
24.57%
1552nd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
2.29%
105th/4582
1.99%
103rd/5164
0.90%
66th/7313
3.11%
232nd/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
10.72%
427th/3984
11.48%
515th/4487
5.31%
362nd/6822
11.97%
751st/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Jada"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Jada" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jada" in the United States

The name Jada is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, Jada has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Jada' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7892nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10056th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6205th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17359th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7165th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2312th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 854th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 608th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 104th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 459th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jada' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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