Jourdan
Jourdan is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Flowing down or descend.
Origin and history
Jourdan is a French variant of the name Jordan, which derives from the Hebrew Yarden meaning 'flowing down'. Historically associated with the River Jordan, it has been used as both a surname and a given name. In the United States, it is a rare alternative spelling for girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,324 babies in the United States have been named Jourdan since 1880. It ranks #3655 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2071.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.5 %)
- TX (19.3 %)
- LA (11.5 %)
- NY (7.9 %)
- MI (6.6 %)
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 | 435 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,262 |
| 2000-2010 | 436 |
| 2010-2019 | 161 |
| 2020-2029 | 30 |
Nicknames
Jo, Jordie
Fun facts
- Jourdan originates as a classic French variant of the name Jordan.
- Names related to the River Jordan became popular across Europe after Crusaders brought back holy water from the river.