Jordan

The first name Jordan, which is used for both men and women, has its roots in Hebrew (ירדן Yarden) and refers to the river of the same name in the Middle East. The term derives from the Hebrew word yarad (יָרַד), which means 'to descend' or 'to sink.' Therefore, Jordan is often interpreted as 'the descending one.'

What does the name Jordan mean?

Jordan is a gender-neutral first name that refers to the river of the same name in the Middle East. It derives from the Hebrew term yarad (יָרַד), which means 'to descend' or 'to sink.' The Bible mentions that Jesus Christ was baptized by John the Baptist in the Jordan. During the Middle Ages, Crusaders brought water from this river to baptize their sons, which led to the spread of the name Jordan. Today, it is an internationally appreciated unisex name, particularly popular in the English-speaking world and in the Spanish variant Jordán. International variants of Jordan or Yarden include Giordano, Giordyn, Iordan, and Jarden. Female variants include Giordana, Iordana, Jordana, and many more.

Where does the name Jordan come from?

The name Jordan has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and is used for both males and females. The meaning of the name is 'the descending one.' The Ancient Hebrew term consists of yarad (יָרַד), which means 'to descend' or 'to sink.' The name is common in several languages, including American, Biblical, English, and Spanish.

How do you pronounce Jordan?

The name Jordan sounds two-syllabled and is powerfully structured. It is generally pronounced as 'Jor-dan' [ˈdʒɔʁdan] or [ˈjoːʁdan]. The name begins with a rounded O sound that gives it substance. The rolled or aspirated r adds a distinctive accent, while the final n provides stability in sound. Jordan radiates modernity and confidence, presenting itself as a name with clear contours and international flair.

When is the name day of Jordan?

The name day for Jordan is celebrated on February 13 (Jordan of Saxony) and February 20 (Jordan Mai).

Popularity

In Germany, Jordan is among the more common first names. Currently, it ranks 649th among the most popular male baby names. Its best placement was in 2002, reaching 243rd place. In the last ten years, it has been given about 1,200 times, earning it 481st place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 476th.

Nicknames & pet names

Danni / Danny / Jay / JJ / Jo / Johordan / Jojo / Jord / Jordanien / Jordanius / Jordeli / Jordi / Jordi Mordi / Jordie / Jordilein / Jordy / Jori / Joy

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Famous people

• Elijah Jordan Wood (American Actor)
• Jordan (Katie Price) (British Model)
• Jordan Anderson (American Racing Driver)
• Jordan Beck (American Footballer)
• Jordan Bendfeld (Iranian Ice Hockey Player)
• Jordan Brower (American Actor)
• Jordan Burgess (Actress from the USA)
• Jordan Canning (Ghanaian Film Director)
• Jordan Carver (Model)
• Jordan Clarkson (American Basketball Player)
• Jordan Coghlan (French Rugby Player)
• Jordan Corey (Singer from America)
• Jordan Coulter (Slovak Model)
• Jordan Cousins (Footballer from England)
• Jordan Darko-Opoku (Footballer from Ghana)
• Jordan Dodson (New Zealand Film Director)
• Jordan Gavin (Australian Ice Hockey Player)
• Jordan Henderson (Footballer)
• Jordan Hill (Singer from the USA)
• Jordan Hill (American Female Football Player)