Origin, Meaning, And History Of Jade
Jade is a popular unisex name that comes from the ornamental mineral stone of the same name. The stone has a greenish appearance and the word ‘jade’ has come to mean the color green as well. The name comes from the Spanish term ‘Piedra De La Ijada,’ translated as the ‘stone of the bowels.’ The stone is said to cure ailments of the kidney and the loins.
In ancient China, jade was a prized possession favored by the royal family. Its physical features like hardness, durability, and unique translucent shades correlated them to the magical mystic aura surrounding them. According to Chinese beliefs, jade is a symbol of power and immortality; hence, many Chinese wear them as a totem of preserving good health and warding off evil spirits.
Some of the name’s English variants are Jayde, Jaida, Jada, and Jayda. It is also known by the name Giada in Italian. The term became popular in the 20th century.
In fiction, Jade City is a novel by Fonda Lee, released in 2017. It is a fantasy novel in the Green Bone Saga and won the prestigious Fantasy Award in 2018. Jade is the name of a fictional female playable character in the video game series Mortal Kombat. She is an assassin with a steel staff as her primary weapon. Jade is another fictional video game character and the protagonist of Beyond Good & Evil, created by Ubisoft.
In DC Comics, Jade is the superhero daughter of the Green Lantern, Alan Scott and Rose Canton.Jade Chanis the fictional niece and companion of the protagonist Jackie Chan from the television animated series Jackie Chan Adventures.
Jade West是主要的主角之一在美国如果tcom ‘Victorious,’ portrayed by Elizabeth Gillies. Jade is also the name of a character portrayed by Heather Graham in the comedy movie ‘The Hangover.’
How To Pronounce Jade?
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Famous People With The Name Jade
- Jade NovahAmerican singer and songwriter, received the NAACP nomination in 2019
- Jade BirdEnglish singer and musician known for pop, country, and folk rock music
- Jade McSorleyBritish model and participant of Britain’s Next Top Model
- Jade TailorAmerican actress known for her role in the movie Higher Power and the TV series The Magicians
- Jade YorkerAmerican actor best known for the role of William Willie Weathers in Gridiron Gang
- Jade EwenBritish singer and actress best known as a former member of the girl group Sugababes
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the meaning of the name Jade?
The name Jade means ‘stone of the bowels.’ Jade is also a green gemstone.
2. What is the origin of the name Jade?
Jade has a Spanish origin.
3. What are some variations or alternative spellings of the name Jade?
Jade may be spelled and pronounced differently in various languages. Jayde, Jaida, Jada, and Jady are some alternative spellings for Jade. In Italian, the name is commonly spelled as Giada.
4. Which middle names go well with Jade?
Amelia, Ariel, Charlotte, Daniella, and Hannah may be some great middle names for Jade. Mia, Mirza, and Quinn are other options. While picking a middle name, select one that does not sound too similar to Jade but pairs well with it.