Jordan

Also a boy's name

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    Origin:
  • Hebrew: To flow downward
Description:
Jordan is another one of those oh-so-trendy unisex names. And, as often is the case, as it gains popularity as a girls name, it becomes less popular as a name for boys. Historically, it comes from the Jordan River where John the Baptist baptized Jesus. The name had its heyday during the Michael Jordan era and has made a comeback as Jordyn.
Popularity:
How popular is Jordan? Here's how many babies were named Jordan over time, according to the U.S. Social Security Administration.
 Ranking   Name
Alternate Spellings:
Jordanna   •   Jordanne
International Variations:
Giordana
Nicknames:
Jori
Famous Namesakes:
Athlete Michael Jordan, Actress Jordan Ladd
Celebrity Babies:
Daughter of Dr. Phil, Daughter of Bono, Daughter of Sarah Brown, Daughter of Leeza Gibbons, Daughter of Cheryl Ladd
Syllables:
2
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