Jad Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJad / /dʒæd/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'he will judge'; Arabic: 'to be generous'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, the name Jad is often associated with justice and fairness. In Arabic culture, it conveys a sense of generosity and kindness. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting different meanings and significance. It is relatively modern in usage and has gained popularity in recent years.
Trend Summary
The name Jad has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jadd
International Variants
- Jad (Arabic)
- Jad (Hebrew)
Famous people named Jad
Jad Abumrad is a Lebanese-American radio host and producer known for his work on the podcast 'Radiolab'.
Fictional characters named Jad
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jad was first seen in the United States in 1968. Jad has ranked as high as #1138 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, Texas, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Jad has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jad (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 17 | |
| NY | 15 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| VA | 5 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 17 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 27 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 36 |
| 1996 | 31 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 44 |
| 2001 | 58 |
| 2002 | 55 |
| 2003 | 56 |
| 2004 | 68 |
| 2005 | 71 |
| 2006 | 76 |
| 2007 | 98 |
| 2008 | 94 |
| 2009 | 79 |
| 2010 | 97 |
| 2011 | 82 |
| 2012 | 118 |
| 2013 | 119 |
| 2014 | 141 |
| 2015 | 170 |
| 2016 | 209 |
| 2017 | 209 |
| 2018 | 213 |
| 2019 | 214 |
| 2020 | 218 |
| 2021 | 182 |
| 2022 | 192 |
| 2023 | 173 |
| 2024 | 141 |