Yarden

“To flow down” — Symbolizes grace and fluidi

Hebrew origin · Unisex name

♂ 39% boys♀ 61% girls

#10763US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

197All-time births

📅 Since 198400

How to pronounce Yarden

YAH·RDEN

/ˈjɑ.ˈrdɛn/ · stress on YAH · 2 syllables

“To flow down”

Symbolizes grace and fluidi · Hebrew origin

What does Yarden mean and where does it come from?

Yarden (יָרְדֵן) is a Hebrew name that means 'to flow down' and is often associated with the Jordan River, a significant waterway in Israel that holds biblical importance. The name has gained popularity as a unisex name in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide. It symbolizes grace and fluidi

Cultural significance

Yarden has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to flow down.

Peak popularity

Reached #9310 in 1993 — currently #10763 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yarden?

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

Yarden Grace

How popular is Yarden right now?

Falling — down 972 spots — currently #10763 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#10763 · Top 7.9%

1990

2000

2015

2020

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10763	7	▼ down 972 · -12% births
2022	#9791	8	▲ up 1539
2020	#11330	8	▲ up 2105 · +14% births
2015	#13435	7	▼ down 981
2000	#12454	7	▼ down 2485 · -12% births
1990	#9969	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yarden

Best Year2022Rank #9791

Peak Count8

Average Rank#11290

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1990 - 20236 years

The story of Yarden

Yarden is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1984. With 197 total births recorded, Yarden remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9969 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10763 in 2023. Yarden is used for both genders: 61% female and 39% male.

Names that peaked alongside Yarden in 1993:

Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha Emily

Yarden by decade

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

Decade	Births
1980s	6
1990s ★	70
2000s	69
2010s	44
2020s	8

💎Yarden has only 197 total recorded births since 1984 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yarden?

DUTCH

Joord

MEDIEVAL ENGLISH

Judd

BULGARIAN

DanaYordanaYordanka

ENGLISH

JordanaJordyn

Famous people named Yarden

Yarden (historical community leader)

Yarden led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.

Yarden (historical figure)

Yarden bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.

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What names sound and feel like Yarden?

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

Jarden

Hebrew · To descend

Yayden

English · from the fertile

English · Guardian, keeper

Karden

Ireland · descendant of the

Marden

England · Old English

How is Yarden written in other languages?

יַרְדֵן

Hebrew

Gender variants of Yarden

Dana BULGARIAN Yordana BULGARIAN Yordanka BULGARIAN Jordana ENGLISH Jordyn ENGLISH Yardena HEBREW Jordana MACEDONIAN Jordana PORTUGUESE Jordana SPANISH Jordanes ANCIENT GERMANIC Judd ENGLISH

Common questions about the name Yarden

What does the name Yarden mean?

Yarden means "To flow down" — a name rooted in Hebrew 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 Yarden?

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

What is the cultural origin of Yarden?

Yarden originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew 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 Yarden?

Yarden is a two-syllable name pronounced Y AA1 R D EH1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Yarden trending right now?

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