gender neutral
Jordan
flowing down, descend
About Jordan
Timeless versatility defines this name that has maintained steady popularity across generations without losing its appeal or freshness. Jordan possesses remarkable adaptability, working seamlessly in casual and formal contexts while sounding appropriate for boys of all ages. The name's two-syllable simplicity contributes to its universal accessibility, ensuring correct pronunciation and spelling across diverse populations. Its established history provides security for parents who prefer names with proven track records rather than experimental choices. Children named Jordan benefit from the name's widespread recognition while its continued popularity confirms its enduring appeal. The name carries athletic associations without being limited to sports contexts, suggesting energy and capability across various domains. Jordan pairs well with countless middle and last name combinations, demonstrating flexibility that practical-minded parents appreciate. Its gender-neutral usage hasn't diminished its masculine strength, allowing it to maintain distinct identity regardless of trends. The name's straightforward nature eliminates pretension while conveying reliability and approachability—qualities that serve boys well throughout personal and professional development. Jordan represents the gold standard of dependable naming choices.
Popularity of the Name Jordan
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #359 | ||||
| 1881 | #405 | ||||
| 1882 | #561 | ||||
| 1883 | #442 | ||||
| 1884 | #358 | ||||
| 1885 | #452 | ||||
| 1886 | #668 | ||||
| 1887 | #531 | ||||
| 1888 | #456 | ||||
| 1889 | #846 | ||||
| 1891 | #542 | ||||
| 1892 | #620 | ||||
| 1893 | #470 | ||||
| 1894 | #510 | ||||
| 1895 | #374 | ||||
| 1896 | #755 | ||||
| 1897 | #666 | ||||
| 1898 | #939 | ||||
| 1899 | #903 | ||||
| 1900 | #817 | ||||
| 1901 | #619 | ||||
| 1903 | #457 | ||||
| 1904 | #845 | ||||
| 1905 | #878 | ||||
| 1906 | #887 | ||||
| 1907 | #760 | ||||
| 1908 | #767 | ||||
| 1909 | #601 | ||||
| 1910 | #900 | ||||
| 1912 | #790 | ||||
| 1913 | #728 | ||||
| 1914 | #717 | ||||
| 1915 | #764 | ||||
| 1917 | #880 | ||||
| 1918 | #990 | ||||
| 1919 | #977 | ||||
| 1920 | #764 | ||||
| 1921 | #748 | ||||
| 1922 | #954 | ||||
| 1923 | #696 | ||||
| 1924 | #660 | ||||
| 1925 | #641 | ||||
| 1926 | #670 | ||||
| 1927 | #648 | ||||
| 1928 | #667 | ||||
| 1929 | #652 | ||||
| 1930 | #706 | ||||
| 1931 | #581 | ||||
| 1932 | #714 | ||||
| 1933 | #661 | ||||
| 1934 | #653 | ||||
| 1935 | #683 | ||||
| 1936 | #735 | ||||
| 1937 | #718 | ||||
| 1938 | #760 | ||||
| 1939 | #736 | ||||
| 1940 | #832 | ||||
| 1941 | #792 | ||||
| 1942 | #816 | ||||
| 1943 | #733 | ||||
| 1944 | #709 | ||||
| 1945 | #758 | ||||
| 1946 | #782 | ||||
| 1947 | #816 | ||||
| 1948 | #827 | ||||
| 1949 | #799 | ||||
| 1950 | #822 | ||||
| 1951 | #815 | ||||
| 1952 | #777 | ||||
| 1953 | #729 | ||||
| 1954 | #691 | ||||
| 1955 | #711 | ||||
| 1956 | #731 | ||||
| 1957 | #538 | ||||
| 1958 | #568 | ||||
| 1959 | #615 | ||||
| 1960 | #669 | ||||
| 1961 | #578 | ||||
| 1962 | #579 | ||||
| 1963 | #633 | ||||
| 1964 | #611 | ||||
| 1965 | #570 | ||||
| 1966 | #522 | ||||
| 1967 | #504 | ||||
| 1968 | #552 | ||||
| 1969 | #528 | ||||
| 1970 | #486 | ||||
| 1971 | #478 | ||||
| 1972 | #489 | ||||
| 1973 | #449 | ||||
| 1974 | #407 | ||||
| 1975 | #394 | ||||
| 1976 | #335 | ||||
| 1977 | #298 | ||||
| 1978 | #219 | #308 | |||
| 1979 | #168 | #359 | |||
| 1980 | #160 | #203 | #363 | ||
| 1981 | #102 | #252 | #354 | ||
| 1982 | #85 | #94 | #232 | ||
| 1983 | #72 | #75 | #235 | ||
| 1984 | #65 | #81 | #244 | ||
| 1985 | #62 | #65 | #331 | ||
| 1986 | #53 | #69 | #304 | ||
| 1987 | #52 | #43 | #264 | ||
| 1988 | #52 | #48 | |||
| 1989 | #44 | #38 | #175 | ||
| 1990 | #29 | #20 | #134 | ||
| 1991 | #29 | #12 | #130 | #11 | |
| 1992 | #32 | #10 | #110 | #13 | |
| 1993 | #28 | #9 | #76 | #8 | |
| 1994 | #29 | #7 | #67 | #12 | |
| 1995 | #29 | #10 | #49 | #15 | |
| 1996 | #27 | #8 | #39 | #15 | |
| 1997 | #26 | #9 | #11 | #27 | #14 |
| 1998 | #27 | #10 | #14 | #22 | #14 |
| 1999 | #30 | #14 | #12 | #20 | #20 |
| 2000 | #36 | #15 | #17 | #20 | #23 |
| 2001 | #39 | #26 | #21 | #29 | #26 |
| 2002 | #37 | #39 | #17 | #42 | #26 |
| 2003 | #38 | #50 | #25 | #61 | #32 |
| 2004 | #43 | #85 | #30 | #98 | #34 |
| 2005 | #46 | #113 | #25 | #147 | #38 |
| 2006 | #46 | #132 | #35 | #158 | #43 |
| 2007 | #44 | #134 | #43 | #189 | #40 |
| 2008 | #48 | #148 | #44 | #175 | #56 |
| 2009 | #45 | #140 | #51 | #202 | #60 |
| 2010 | #46 | #189 | #64 | #290 | #54 |
| 2011 | #46 | #210 | #64 | #259 | #58 |
| 2012 | #48 | #208 | #64 | #238 | #72 |
| 2013 | #53 | #218 | #71 | #211 | #72 |
| 2014 | #55 | #202 | #56 | #191 | #74 |
| 2015 | #59 | #184 | #97 | #183 | #75 |
| 2016 | #65 | #208 | #67 | #221 | #72 |
| 2017 | #73 | #210 | #53 | #184 | #74 |
| 2018 | #80 | #196 | #66 | #159 | #71 |
| 2019 | #89 | #194 | #74 | #161 | #81 |
| 2020 | #82 | #207 | #56 | #141 | #82 |
| 2021 | #88 | #206 | #73 | #133 | #84 |
| 2022 | #92 | #181 | #66 | #112 | #84 |
| 2023 | #96 | #199 | #52 | #145 | #95 |
| 2024 | #104 | #214 | #90 | #137 | #103 |
| 2025 | #131 | #247 | #115 | #180 | #124 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Jordan
- Jordaan
- Jordão
- Jourdain
- Jordán
- Giordano
Names Similar to Jordan
Nicknames for Jordan
- Jordy
- JD
- Jay
- Jordo
- Jojo
Famous People Named Jordan
| Michael Jordan | Legendary basketball player |
| Jordan Peele | American actor and filmmaker |
| Jordan Spieth | Professional golfer |
| Jordan B. Peterson | Canadian psychologist and professor |
| Jordan Rudess | Keyboardist for the band Dream Theater |
| Jordan Knight | Singer and member of the boy band New Kids on the Block |
| Jordan Clarkson | NBA basketball player |
| Jordan Henderson | English footballer |
| Jordan Fisher | American actor and singer |
| Jordan Pickford | English football goalkeeper |
| Jordan Farmar | Former NBA basketball player |
| Jordan Schlansky | American television producer and comedic personality |
| Jordan Staal | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Jordan Carver | German glamour model and actress |
| Jordan Morris | American soccer player |
| Jordan Ayew | Ghanaian professional footballer |
| Jordan Reed | American football player |
| Jordan Eberle | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Jordan Mein | Canadian mixed martial artist |
| Jordan Pruitt | American singer-songwriter |
Characters Named Jordan
| Jordan Baker | Character from F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel "The Great Gatsby" |
| Jordan Catalano | Character from the TV series "My So-Called Life" |
| Jordan Chase | Character from the TV series "Dexter" |
| Jordan Parrish | Character from the TV series "Teen Wolf" |
| Jordan Cavanaugh | Character from the TV series "Crossing Jordan" |
| Jordan Belfort | Character based on a real person portrayed in the film "The Wolf of Wall Street" |
| Jordan Radcliffe | Character from the TV series "Popular" |
| Jordan Collier | Character from the TV series "The 4400" |
| Jordan Turner | Character from the film "The Call" |
| Jordan Evers | Character from the TV series "The Haunted Hathaways" |
| Jordan Carter | Character from the TV series "Nikita" |
| Jordan Schlansky | Fictionalized version of himself on "Conan" |
| Jordan Sullivan | Character from the film "Inception" |
| Jordan Two Delta | Character from the film "The Island" |
| Jordan Cochran | Character from the film "One Crazy Summer" |
| Jordan Meyers | Character from the film "Unfaithful" |