Find out how popular the first name Jadi has been for the last 45 years (from 1976 to 2020) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jadi by gender

Based on the last 45 years of data, Jadi is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2020, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Jadi.

The history of the first name Jadi

The name Jadi has its origins in the Persian language and culture, dating back to the ancient Achaemenid Empire of Persia (550-330 BCE). It is derived from the Persian word "jad," which means "path" or "way." This name likely signified a person's spiritual or life journey.

In ancient Persian texts, such as the Avesta, the sacred scripture of Zoroastrianism, there are references to individuals with names similar to Jadi, such as Jadu and Jadav. However, the exact meaning and context of these names are not entirely clear.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jadi can be found in the historical accounts of the Sasanian Empire of Persia (224-651 CE). Jadi ibn Rashed al-Qummi (born around 720 CE) was a prominent Persian scholar and philosopher during the Abbasid Caliphate.

In the 11th century, Jadi ibn al-Sayyid al-Batalyawsi (1002-1077 CE) was a renowned Persian poet and mathematician who contributed significantly to the development of Islamic sciences.

During the Seljuk Empire (1037-1194 CE), Jadi al-Daylami (11th century) was a revered Sufi mystic and spiritual teacher who had a significant influence on the spread of Sufism in Persia and the Islamic world.

In the 13th century, Jadi ibn Hasan al-Tusi (1201-1274 CE) was a prominent Persian philosopher, scientist, and mathematician who made important contributions to the fields of astronomy, logic, and mathematics.

Jadi ibn Mussa (born around 1380 CE) was a Persian astronomer and mathematician who lived during the Timurid Dynasty. He is known for his work on the reform of the Persian calendar and astronomical observations.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Jadi, reflecting its longstanding presence and significance in the Persian cultural tradition.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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