Jayda
Meaning of Jayda
Jayda, a sleek modern twist on Jada, draws its roots from the Spanish-sounding word “jade,” the prized green stone once traded through the ports of Veracruz and Cartagena; by extension it carries connotations of strength, good fortune, and natural beauty. First recorded in U.S. birth data in the late 1960s, the name lingered at the fringe before racing up the charts in the early 2000s, topping out at No. 228 in 2009 and settling today in the mid-700s, a trajectory that mirrors the Latin pop boom of the same era. Spoken simply as JAY-duh, Jayda offers parents a familiar yet distinctive alternative to both Jade and the longer classic Jayden, while retaining a cosmopolitan flair that resonates from Miami to Monterrey. Its concise two-syllable rhythm, gemstone imagery, and pan-cultural accessibility make Jayda a flexible choice for families seeking a name that feels both contemporary and timeless.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JAY-duh (/ˈdʒeɪdə/)
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Notable People Named Jayda
| Jayda Coleman is an American professional softball player for the Oklahoma City Spark, having won four consecutive Women's College World Series championships at Oklahoma. |
| Jayda Cheyni Hylton-Pelaia is a Canadian-born footballer who plays as a full-back for Woodbridge Strikers and the Jamaica women's national team. |
