Jade in Chinese
Jade in Chinese is 杰德 (Jié Dé).
- Origin
- Spanish
- Meaning
- jade stone
The name traces back to Spanish sources, where it is usually explained as "jade stone". It first shows up in US Social Security records in 1944 and peaked in 2002.
3 ways to write Jade
phonetic
Following the sound of your name
杰德
Jié Dé
The standard transliteration of Jade: 杰 (jié, "outstanding, heroic"), 德 (dé, "virtue, morality"). Chosen for sound, it is instantly recognizable as this name.
Why these characters?
Mandarin has no consonant clusters, so the 1-syllable English name is spread over 2 characters: 杰 jié + 德 dé. The tone contour is 2-2 (rising, rising).
Character breakdown
23 strokes total (simplified)- 杰
jié
Tone 2 · 8 strokes (simplified)
outstanding, heroic
- 德
dé
Tone 2 · 15 strokes (simplified)
virtue, morality
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meaningful
Chosen for meaning and association
玉洁
Yù Jié
Inspired by "jade stone": 玉 (yù, "jade") + 洁 (jié, "clean, pure"), expressing precious stones and steadfastness.
Why these characters?
The idea of "jade" behind Jade is rendered by 玉, "jade"; 洁, "clean, pure", completes it.
Character breakdown
14 strokes total (simplified)- 玉
yù
Tone 4 · 5 strokes (simplified)
jade
- 洁
jié
Tone 2 · 9 strokes (simplified)
clean, pure
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balanced
A balance of sound and meaning
洁珍
Jié Zhēn
洁 (jié, "clean, pure") + 珍 (zhēn, "precious, treasure"): echoes the sound of the English name while carrying meaning.
Why these characters?
Instead of the purely phonetic 杰, this uses 洁 (jié, "clean, pure") for the "jad" sound, then 珍 ("precious, treasure") for meaning.
Character breakdown
18 strokes total (simplified)- 洁
jié
Tone 2 · 9 strokes (simplified)
clean, pure
- 珍
zhēn
Tone 1 · 9 strokes (simplified)
precious, treasure
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Recent US usage of Jade
In the Social Security Administration’s 2020–2025 snapshot, Jade ranked 89 among names recorded for girls, with 17,024 registrations in that group across the period. These are US birth-name records, rather than search counts or a ranking of Chinese names. The period covers part of a decade; it is not a final ranking for the whole 2020s.
Compare the dated figures in the SSA’s official 2020s name table. This snapshot was checked on 2026-10-15; any historical figures on this page describe their own stated period.
Popularity in the US
US Social Security records show 80,796 girls named Jade since 1944, with the high point in 2002 (3,630 births) and the busiest decade being the 2000s. Between 1990 and 2017 it climbed, from #219 to #110 among girls.
- Peak year
- 2002
- Peak decade
- 2000s
- First year
- 1944
- Total since 1880
- 80,796
More About Jade in Chinese
The Chinese translation of Jade offers multiple styles to suit different preferences. Whether you prefer a phonetic transliteration that sounds like your name, or a meaningful interpretation that captures the essence of Jade, you'll find options that work for you.
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When choosing Chinese characters for Jade, consider whether you want:
- Phonetic accuracy: Characters that sound like Jade to native Chinese speakers
- Meaningful symbolism: Characters chosen for their beautiful meanings and cultural significance
- Balanced approach: A combination of sound and meaning that works well in both languages
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Frequently asked questions
How do you write Jade in Chinese?
杰德 (Jié Dé), or 傑德 in traditional script. This is the conventional transliteration used in Chinese media.
How many strokes does 杰德 have?
23 strokes in simplified form and 27 in traditional; per character: 杰 8, 德 15.
Is there a Chinese name for Jade with real meaning?
Try 玉洁 (Yù Jié): jade + clean, pure, inspired by "jade stone". For something that still sounds like Jade, 洁珍 (Jié Zhēn) is a middle ground.