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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Jada

Gentle, Just

Pronunciation: JAY-dah (/ˈdʒɑːdə/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 55
Meaning
Gentle, Just
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
11
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
55
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: PurpleGreen

What does Jada mean?

From the Hebrew word ‘yadah’, meaning ‘to know’ or ‘to give thanks’. In the Bible, Jada is the name of a woman who was the wife of King Boaz and the mother of Obed, who was the grandfather of King David.

Jada in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
יעדה
תכשיט, עזר, ידע
Greek
Γιάδα
Βοήθεια, Γνώση
Latin
Jada
Helper, Knowledge
English
Jada
He knows, Helper

How to pronounce Jada

English pronunciation
JAY-dah
IPA notation
/ˈdʒɑːdə/

Numerology & personality

Expressive, artistic, and social.

Associated Traits
KindFaithfulLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

A name symbolizing wisdom, understanding, and gratitude.

Jada is a beautiful name of African origin, popularized by American actress Jada Pinkett Smith. It has been used in various forms in the African diaspora, including Jamaica and the Caribbean.

Popularity of Jada by region

Region Country Score Year
Poland PL 41 2024
France FR 57 2024
Italy IT 53 2024
Spain ES 42 2024

Spelling variations of Jada

JadahJade

Names similar to Jada

Frequently asked questions about Jada

What does Jada mean?
Jada is a biblical female name of Hebrew origin, which means ‘to know’ or ‘to give thanks’.
Is Jada a Christianity name?
Yes, Jada is a Christian name as it is mentioned in the Bible and has a rich religious history among Christians.
How to pronounce Jada?
Jada is pronounced as jah-dah.
Is Jada popular today?
Jada has been a popular name throughout history and is still used among Christians today.
What is the origin of Jada?
Jada is a Hebrew name, derived from the word ‘yadah’, which means ‘to know’ or ‘to give thanks’.