Jordan
Hebrew name meaning “to flow down; descend”
- Gender
- Unisex · 14% girls
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Meaning
- to flow down; descend
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 6
- US rank (2023)
- #98
- Born in 2023
- 4,267
Meaning & origin
Jordan comes from the River Jordan, from the Hebrew Yarden, 'to flow down' or 'descend'. It is used for any gender.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Jordan ranked #98 for children. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, Jordan was given to 616 girls and 3,651 boys in the US — about 14% girls.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #27 in 1998
“Unranked” means Jordan was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
Jordan: frequently asked questions
What does the name Jordan mean?
Jordan is a Hebrew name meaning "to flow down; descend". Jordan comes from the River Jordan, from the Hebrew Yarden, 'to flow down' or 'descend'. It is used for any gender.
Where does the name Jordan come from?
Jordan is of Hebrew origin. Jordan comes from the River Jordan, from the Hebrew Yarden, 'to flow down' or 'descend'. It is used for any gender.
Is Jordan a boy or a girl name?
Jordan is a unisex name used for both boys and girls.
How many babies are named Jordan?
In 2023, Jordan was given to 616 girls and 3,651 boys in the US — about 14% girls.
Is Jordan a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Jordan ranked #98 for children. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.