Supplanter or precious stone
Jadie is primarily used as a diminutive of Jade, referring to the green gemstone, or as a variant of Jada and Jane. It also shares roots with James, meaning 'supplanter' in Hebrew. It has evolved from a nickname into a standalone choice, though it remains rare.
About 8 girls were named Jadie in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The title character in the novel 'Jadie' · Jadie by Margaret Hull
