Jada

Jada is a feminine name that emerged as a variant of Jade — the precious green stone whose name derives from the Spanish piedra de ijada meaning stone of the flank, as jade was once believed to cure kidney ailments. Jada also has Hebrew roots as a variant of Yada, meaning he knew. As a pet name it carries a cool, gemstone-quality sparkle.

Jada has a sleek, modern energy that suits stylish, confident pets. It's a name that sounds as good on a glossy black cat as on a tawny-coated dog with long, elegant legs. The name peaked in human baby name charts in the early 2000s, giving it just enough vintage distance to feel both familiar and slightly fresh. Jada is a name for pets who carry themselves with natural elegance — who somehow always manage to look good even after a nap.