Jourdan
Jourdan is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
To flow down, to descend.
Origin and history
Jourdan is a variant spelling of Jordan, derived from the Hebrew name Yarden, meaning 'to flow down' or 'descend'. Historically associated with the Jordan River, the French-inspired spelling Jourdan gained moderate usage in the United States. In recent years, it remains an uncommon choice for boys in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
1,869 babies in the United States have been named Jourdan since 1880. It ranks #2967 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1838.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.9 %)
- LA (16.2 %)
- NY (15.6 %)
- TX (15 %)
- FL (7.3 %)
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 | 20 |
| 1980-1990 | 311 |
| 1990-2000 | 721 |
| 2000-2010 | 465 |
| 2010-2019 | 263 |
| 2020-2029 | 89 |
Fun facts
- Jourdan reflects the Old French spelling of the biblical river name Jordan, which was brought to Europe by returning Crusaders.
- While Jordan is a widely popular name, the Jourdan spelling remains a rare choice in modern U.S. birth registries.