Yordan

“To descend or flow down”

Bulgarian origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6202US 2023

15Births / yr

↓Falling

169All-time births

📅 Since 199300

What does Yordan mean and where does it come from?

Yordan (Йордан) is a male name of Slavic origin, widely used in Bulgaria and other Slavic countries. It is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yarden' (יָרְדֵן), which refers to the Jordan River, known for its historical and religious significance in Christianity and Judaism. The name is associated with b

Cultural significance

Yordan has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Bulgarian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to descend or flow down.

Peak popularity

Reached #5310 in 2020 — currently #6202 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yordan?

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

Yordan Grace

How popular is Yordan right now?

Falling — down 346 spots — currently #6202 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#6202 · Top 4.6%

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6202	15	▼ down 346 · -6% births
2022	#5856	16	▲ up 4894 · +129% births
2021	#10750	7	▼ down 5440 · -59% births
2020	#5310	17	▲ up 3097 · +89% births
2015	#8407	9	▲ up 4721 · +80% births
2010	#13128	5	▼ down 5051 · -44% births
2005	#8077	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yordan

Best Year2020Rank #5310

Peak Count17

Average Rank#8247

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Yordan

Yordan is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 169 total births recorded, Yordan remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8077 in 2005 to #6202 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Yordan in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Yordan by decade

Yordan peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	17
2000s	56
2010s ★	79
2020s	17

💎Yordan has only 169 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yordan?

DUTCH

Joord

MEDIEVAL ENGLISH

Judd

BULGARIAN

DanaYordanaYordanka

ENGLISH

JordanaJordyn

What names sound and feel like Yordan?

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

Yorman

Spanish · from the land

Yoridan

Japan · 依頼人の息子

Jordan

Israel · יָרְדֵן - Yarden,

Kordan

Turkey · Turkish

Gordan

Croatia · a person from

Ordan

Hebrew · Hebrew

Yordin

Israel · יָרְדֵן - Jordan;

Bohdan

Ukraine · Gift from God

How is Yordan written in other languages?

Йордан

Bulgarian

What are the girl versions of Yordan?

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 Yordan

What does the name Yordan mean?

Yordan means "To descend or flow down" — a name rooted in Bulgarian 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 Yordan?

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

What is the cultural origin of Yordan?

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

Is Yordan trending right now?

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

Is Yordan a common or rare name?

Yordan is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.