Jorda Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJOR-duh / /ˈdʒɔːr.də/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: to flow down; English: variant of Jordan
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jorda is derived from the Hebrew name Yarden, which means 'to flow down' and is associated with the Jordan River. The river holds significant religious importance in Judaism and Christianity. Jorda can also be seen as a modern variant of Jordan, which has been popular in various cultures. The name has gained some usage in English-speaking countries as a unique alternative to Jordan.
Trend Summary
Jorda is relatively uncommon in the U.S. and has not shown significant popularity trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jorden
- Jordy
International Variants
- Jordán (Spanish)
- Jordy (Dutch)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jorda was first seen in the United States in 1985. Jorda has ranked as high as #1156 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jorda has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jorda
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1985 | 8 |
1986 | 10 |
1987 | 9 |