Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 02, 2024

Jia

US Popularity Rank: 3313

Origin: Chinese

Meaning: Auspicious, beautiful; Family; Home; God is gracious

With a lovely sound and even lovelier meanings, Jia is a feminine name that’ll delight caregivers who appreciate distinctive monikers! With the very apt meaning of “beautiful” or "auspicious," Jia is a playful variation of the classic Chinese name Gia. The name can also mean “family” or “home”, definitions that suggest your little Jia will value the importance of familial connections. Alternatively, the name could be a respelling of the Italian Gia, which can be traced back through Greek and Hebrew roots to mean "God is gracious." What is not to love about this name?

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