Jordan

At a Glance: Name: Jordan – Meaning: one who descends, or flows down (from the Jordan River's name) – Origin: Hebrew – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: JOR-dan

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Jordan is a Hebrew name meaning "one who descends, or flows down," taken from the name of the Jordan River. It's a neutral name with a vintage feel, pronounced JOR-dan (/ˈdʒɔːrdən/). If you like a name tied to a real, flowing landmark rather than an invented meaning, this is a straightforward one to consider.

Meaning & Origin of Jordan

Meaning: One who descends, or flows down (from the jordan river's name).

Origin: Hebrew.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Jordan

Phonetic: JOR-dan   IPA: /ˈdʒɔːrdən/

Popularity of Jordan

Jordan peaked at #26 in 1997, when 14,761 babies were given the name; by 2024 it had settled to #104, with 3,326 babies named Jordan that year.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Jordan mean?

One who descends, or flows down (from the jordan river’s name). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Jordan)

How do you pronounce Jordan?

Jordan is pronounced JOR-dan (IPA: /ˈdʒɔːrdən/).

Is Jordan a popular name right now?

Jordan peaked at #26 in 1997 and is ranked #104 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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