UK girl's name
Jadean
A feminine variant of the name "Jade", derived from the gemstone and meaning "green stone".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 1999. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jadean is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Jadean popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 1999 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3900, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 1997 to 1999. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Jadean. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2000 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jadean ranked #3900 for girls in England and Wales in 1999, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 3 girls were registered as Jadean.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jadean as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3900
1999
Births in 1999
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Jadean mean?
The name Jadean is a relatively modern creation, with its origins likely stemming from a combination of the English name Jade and the suffix "-an" or "-ean," which can denote a diminutive form or indicate a connection or association with the root word. The name Jade itself is derived from the Spanish phrase "piedra de la ijada" or "stone of the loins," referring to the belief that the jade gemstone could cure kidney ailments. This Spanish phrase, in turn, traces its roots back to the Latin word "ilia," meaning "groin" or "flank."
While the name Jadean does not have a deep historical pedigree or cultural significance like many ancient names, its connection to the jade gemstone gives it a sense of natural beauty and earthiness. Jade has been prized for its vibrant green hues and symbolized purity, serenity, and wisdom in various cultures throughout history.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Jadean are relatively recent, with the first known examples appearing in the late 20th century. One notable figure bearing the name is Jadean Faye, an American actress and model born in 1990, known for her roles in television series such as "Scorpion" and "The First Family."
While not as widely used as some other names, Jadean has been embraced by a small but dedicated group of parents and individuals drawn to its unique sound and connection to the natural world. It is a name that carries a sense of individuality and distinctiveness, reflecting the modern trend of creating new names or combining existing ones in creative ways.
Beyond Jadean Faye, it is difficult to find many other notable historical figures bearing this name, as its usage has been relatively limited thus far. However, as names continue to evolve and new trends emerge, it is possible that Jadean may gain greater popularity and significance in the years to come, inspiring new generations to embrace its singular charm and connection to the beauty of the jade gemstone.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Jadean over time
The chart below shows babies named Jadean registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 1999. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Jadean, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 1999, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jadean by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jadean was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | #3862 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Jadean
- Jessica 105,041
- Jasmine 35,227
- Jade 19,646
- Julia 11,780
- Jennifer 11,529
- Jodie 9,357
- Jemima 6,454
- Josephine 5,889
- Jessie 5,418
- Josie 5,284
- Jasmin 4,706
- Jenna 4,646
FAQ
Jadean: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jadean in the UK right now?
In 1999, Jadean was ranked #3900 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Jadean most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 3 babies registered as Jadean in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jadean?
A feminine variant of the name "Jade", derived from the gemstone and meaning "green stone".
How many people are called Jadean in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Jadean across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.