Jade
/zhahd/ French Female
Meaning & Origin
Jade is a French name meaning "Precious green s...". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, Bangladesh. The name Jade comes from the Spanish term 'piedra de ijada,' meaning 'stone of the loin' or 'stone for the pain in the side,' referring to its believed ability to cure kidney ailments.
Quick Facts
Language French
Gender Female
Phonetic zhahd
IPA ʒad
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as zhahd. Keep the original French phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Jade
- · Jade Jagger - Jewelry Designer
- · Jade Puget - Guitarist
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