Jordan

Girl's name

Jordan is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning "descend" or "flow down." It is derived from the Hebrew name Yarden.

Meaning Down-flowing
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 559 Falling
Peak year 1997

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With J

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Jordan Pruitt - Singer, "The Voice" contestant
  • Jordan Hinson - Actress, "Eureka"
  • Jordan Ladd - Actress, "Cabin Fever"
  • Jordan Todosey - Actress, "Degrassi: The Next Generation"
  • Jordan Carver - Model, actress
  • Jordan Ozuna - Model, social media influencer
  • Jordan Ward - Reality TV star, "Teen Mom 3"
  • Jordan Fish - Musician, Bring Me The Horizon
  • Jordan Hembrough - TV host, "Toy Hunter"
  • Jordan Dunn - Model, Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

Sisters for Jordan

Girl names closely related to Jordan

Abigail Zoey Lily Holly Olivia Layla Audrey Zara

Brothers for Jordan

Boy names closely related to Jordan

Benjamin Andrew Caleb Dillon Richard Brian Isaac Marcus

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Jordan

Jorden Jordin Jordon Jordyn Jordynn

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