Holding steady.
Popularity of Jadalee since 2001
Babies named Jadalee per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 79 |
| 2010s | 59 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jadalee is a modern name first recorded in 2001, reflecting the trend of creative blends combining Jade with the popular -lee suffix. Its peak year was 2007, but it has consistently remained outside the top 1000, with a stable trajectory. This rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with a familiar sound, though its lack of historical or etymological depth means it carries little traditional weight. In terms of regional use, top states are not available due to infrequent recording, but its modern construction aligns with broader American naming patterns favoring invented, phonetic names.
Jadalee first appears in U.S. records around 2001, likely a modern coinage blending the popular name Jade (itself from the gemstone) with the suffix -lee (from Lee or the fashionable -lee ending). It has no longer historical or cultural derivation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jada, Leelee, DJ
Sibling names for Jadalee
Names that share Jadalee's style, for a brother or sister.
