Jad
Boy name · 16 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Jad: 16 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 6 births in 2023.
Jad is a name with Arabic origins, derived from جاد (Jād), meaning "generous" or "good fortune." It also appears as a short form of names like Jadran or as a variant of the precious stone name Jade, though the Arabic root is most commonly referenced for English and Scottish speakers. Among notable bearers is Jad Abumrad, the acclaimed American radio producer and co-host of the podcast Radiolab. There are no major place connections linked directly to the name, though it shares a root with the Arabic word for "generosity." Jad is also a popular given name in Lebanon and other Middle Eastern countries. A variant spelling, Jadd, occasionally appears, and the name has a modern, crisp feel that pairs well with longer surnames.
Boy 4 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20236 babies
- Latest (2023)
- #4826 babies
- Total births
- 16since 2018
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y