Jia
Meaning of Jia
The name Jia is a beautiful and elegant choice for a baby girl, with roots in Chinese culture. Pronounced as jee-AH (/tɕiː˥˩ a˥/) in Mandarin, Jia means "good" or "beautiful," reflecting positive attributes that parents may wish to bestow upon their daughter. This name can also be spelled as Gia, which offers a slightly different yet equally charming variation. In the United States, the popularity of the name Jia has seen steady growth over the years. While it ranked 1805th in 2023 with 111 occurrences, its usage has varied since it first appeared on the charts in 1976. The name's simplicity and melodic sound make it an appealing choice for those seeking a unique yet culturally rich name for their child.
Pronunciation
Chinese (Mandarin)
- Pronunced as jee-AH (/tɕiː˥˩ a˥/)
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Notable People Named Jia
| Jia Yinghua was a prominent Chinese writer and researcher known for his focus on the late Qing Dynasty and his acclaimed works such as The Later Half of the Last Emperor's Life and The Last Eunuch of China: The Life of Sun Yaoting. |
| Jia Yueting is a prominent Chinese businessman known for founding Leshi Holding Group and LeEco, as well as his involvement with Faraday Future, Coolpad Group, and Sinotel Technologies. |
| Jia Tolentino - Jia Angeli Carla Tolentino is an American writer and editor known for her work at The New Yorker and her book Trick Mirror: Reflections on Self-Delusion. |
| Meng Jia, also known as Jia, is a Chinese singer and actress who was a former member of the South Korean girl group Miss A and later pursued solo activities in China. |
| Jia Lanpo was a prominent Chinese palaeoanthropologist and a key figure in the development of Chinese anthropology. |
