Jourdan

“To flow down or descend, referring to the River Jordan.” — Associated with the biblical River Jordan

France origin · Unisex name

♂ 44% boys♀ 56% girls

#6063US 2023

15Births / yr

↓Falling

4.1kAll-time births

📅 Since 198000.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Jourdan

zhuhrd·AN

/ʒʊrd.ˈæn/ · stress on AN · 2 syllables

“To flow down or descend, referring to the River Jordan.”

Associated with the biblical River Jordan · France origin

What does Jourdan mean and where does it come from?

Jourdan is a French variant of the name Jordan. The name Jordan has Hebrew origins (יָרְדֵן, Yarden) and is associated with the biblical River Jordan. The name Journey is also rising in popularity, especially in English-speaking countries. Notable figures with this name include Jourdan Dunn, a Briti

Cultural significance

Jourdan has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to flow down or descend, referring to the river jordan..

Peak popularity

Reached #1007 in 1990 — currently #6063 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jourdan?

Jourdan works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jourdan Grace

How popular is Jourdan right now?

Falling — down 534 spots — currently #6063 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#6063 · Top 4.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6063	15	▼ down 534 · -12% births
2022	#5529	17	▲ up 1352 · +42% births
2021	#6881	12	▲ up 1249 · -14% births
2015	#8130	14	▲ up 740 · +8% births
2010	#8870	13	▼ down 4108 · -54% births
2005	#4762	28	▼ down 2871 · -69% births
2000	#1891	90	▼ down 482 · -23% births
1995	#1409	117	▼ down 402 · -35% births
1990	#1007	181	▲ up 1645 · +389% births
1985	#2652	37	▲ up 3200 · +208% births
1980	#5852	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jourdan

Best Year1990Rank #1007

Peak Count181

Average Rank#4822

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 202311 years

The story of Jourdan

Jourdan is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 4,095 total births recorded, Jourdan remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5852 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6063 in 2023. Jourdan is used for both genders: 56% female and 44% male.

Names that peaked alongside Jourdan in 1990:

Jessica Ashley Brittany Amanda Samantha

Jourdan by decade

Jourdan peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	20
1980s	746
1990s ★	1,982
2000s	900
2010s	423
2020s	24

💎With 4,095 total births, Jourdan is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Jourdan?

Common

JouJoieJoyUrdan

What names sound and feel like Jourdan?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jourdan also consider these

Jordan

Israel · יָרְדֵן - Yarden,

Jourden

France · to flow down;

France · Derived from the

Joydan

English · Joyful gift

Jodan

American · to descend, to

Jordaan

Netherlands · Hebrew

Common questions about the name Jourdan

What does the name Jourdan mean?

Jourdan means "To flow down or descend, referring to the River Jordan." — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jourdan?

Jourdan is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Jourdan have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Jourdan?

Jourdan originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Jourdan?

Jourdan is a two-syllable name pronounced ZH UH0 R D AE1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Jourdan trending right now?

Jourdan is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.