Jordyn
Jordyn is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Flowing down or to descend.
Origin and history
Jordyn is a modern spelling variant of the classic name Jordan, derived from the Hebrew word Yarden. Traditionally meaning 'flowing down' or 'descend', it historically references the Jordan River. While more commonly given to girls in recent decades, it maintains steady usage as a masculine name in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
5,889 babies in the United States have been named Jordyn since 1880. It ranks #1577 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1368.
States where it is most popular
- TX (13.7 %)
- FL (9.5 %)
- CA (9.3 %)
- NY (6.5 %)
- GA (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 51 |
| 1990-2000 | 736 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,158 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,369 |
| 2020-2029 | 575 |
Nicknames
Jordy, Jord
Fun facts
- Jordyn emerged as a popular modern stylistic variant of the traditional name Jordan starting in the late 20th century.
- The name directly traces back to the Jordan River in the Middle East.