Jadzia, of Slavic origin, is a lesser-known yet distinctive female given name. It is derived from the Slavic word 'jad', meaning 'graceful'. The name gained popularity in Poland and other Slavic countries during the late 19th to mid-20th centuries, often used as a diminutive of Jadwiga or Jadvyga. In the English-speaking world, it is less commonly encountered, perhaps due to its regional confinement and similarity to the more familiar 'Jade'. Despite this, it maintains a unique charm that sets it apart from more mainstream names.
The name Jadzia experienced a notable peak in popularity between 1995 and 2000, with the highest number of births occurring in 1995 (33). After 2000, the frequency of this name steadily decreased, reaching an all-time low in recent years (9 births in 2010). Overall, from 1994 to 2023, there have been a total of 616 babies named Jadzia.