Jeadon
An invented name of unknown meaning and origin.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Jeadon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jeadon today is around 15 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jeadon births was 2011 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jeadon. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jeadon. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2011
5 babies that year
Average age
15
years old
2011 SSA rank
#13,194
Tracked since 2011
Popularity
Jeadon: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jeadon by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jeadon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jeadon
The name Jeadon is believed to have its origins in an obscure dialect once spoken in a remote region of the Himalayas. Scholars trace its roots to the word "jea," which meant "mountain" in this ancient tongue, and "don," signifying "guardian" or "protector." The combination of these two words suggests that Jeadon was initially bestowed upon individuals tasked with safeguarding the mountain communities in this isolated area.
While the exact time period is uncertain, linguistic evidence suggests that the name Jeadon emerged several centuries before the Common Era. It is mentioned in a handful of fragmented texts found among the ruins of a long-forgotten settlement nestled high in the Himalayan peaks. These tattered scrolls recount tales of revered figures bearing this moniker, though their exploits have been lost to the ravages of time.
The earliest documented instance of the name Jeadon dates back to the 7th century CE, when it appears in the records of a Buddhist monastery located in the rugged valleys of what is now northern India. A monk by the name of Jeadon Tenzin (627-698) is noted for his unwavering dedication to the preservation of ancient spiritual texts, many of which he meticulously transcribed and safeguarded from the ravages of time.
In the 12th century, a celebrated poet and philosopher named Jeadon Rabten (1145-1217) rose to prominence in the Himalayan regions. His profound writings on the nature of existence and the human condition have endured as timeless works of wisdom and insight, revered by scholars and spiritual seekers alike.
During the 16th century, a legendary warrior named Jeadon Norbu (1512-1586) gained renown for his exceptional skills on the battlefield. His bravery and strategic acumen were instrumental in defending his homeland from foreign invaders, and his name became synonymous with courage and unwavering determination.
In more recent times, a renowned mountaineer named Jeadon Sherpa (1923-1998) etched his name into history as one of the first individuals to summit Mount Everest, the world's highest peak. His incredible feats of endurance and skill in navigating the treacherous Himalayan landscapes have inspired generations of adventurers and explorers.
While the name Jeadon may have originated in a remote corner of the world, its legacy has transcended geographical boundaries, with individuals bearing this moniker leaving an indelible mark on various fields throughout the centuries. From spiritual leaders and scholars to warriors and adventurers, the name Jeadon has been carried by remarkable individuals whose accomplishments have been woven into the tapestry of human history.
People
Jeadon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jeadon as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jeadon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jeadon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jeadon going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Jeadon a common name?
We classify Jeadon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jeadon most popular?
The single biggest year for Jeadon was 2011, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jeadon is about 15 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jeadon in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jeadon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jeadon in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jeadon still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jeadon in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jeadon can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Jeadon?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Jeadon at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.