Jordana Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjor-DAN-uh / /dʒɔːrˈdænə/Hebrew; Latin
Meaning
Hebrew: to flow down; Latin: from the Jordan River
Historical & Cultural Background
Jordana is a feminine form of the name Jordan, which has biblical origins. The name is associated with the Jordan River, a significant site in Christianity. It has gained popularity in various cultures and languages, particularly in the late 20th century. The name is often chosen for its connection to nature and spirituality.
Trend Summary
Jordana has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States since the 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jordyn
- Jordie
International Variants
- Jordana (Spanish)
- Jordane (French)
Famous people named Jordana
Jordana Brewster is an American actress known for her role in the 'Fast & Furious' franchise.
Jordana Spiro is an American actress and director recognized for her work in television series such as 'My Boys'.
Fictional characters named Jordana
Jordana is a character in the novel 'The Last Summer' by Rebecca Sacks.
Jordana is featured in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball' as a student at Elmore Junior High.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jordana was first seen in the United States in 1960. Jordana has ranked as high as #1290 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in New York, California, New Jersey, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Jordana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jordana (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 9 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| NJ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 20 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 33 |
| 1966 | 27 |
| 1967 | 31 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 22 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 35 |
| 1972 | 27 |
| 1973 | 33 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 34 |
| 1976 | 32 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 36 |
| 1979 | 84 |
| 1980 | 62 |
| 1981 | 83 |
| 1982 | 77 |
| 1983 | 68 |
| 1984 | 58 |
| 1985 | 70 |
| 1986 | 72 |
| 1987 | 66 |
| 1988 | 70 |
| 1989 | 61 |
| 1990 | 84 |
| 1991 | 63 |
| 1992 | 66 |
| 1993 | 70 |
| 1994 | 70 |
| 1995 | 58 |
| 1996 | 57 |
| 1997 | 40 |
| 1998 | 54 |
| 1999 | 67 |
| 2000 | 50 |
| 2001 | 60 |
| 2002 | 75 |
| 2003 | 76 |
| 2004 | 70 |
| 2005 | 49 |
| 2006 | 82 |
| 2007 | 72 |
| 2008 | 62 |
| 2009 | 88 |
| 2010 | 88 |
| 2011 | 85 |
| 2012 | 83 |
| 2013 | 50 |
| 2014 | 69 |
| 2015 | 71 |
| 2016 | 67 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 43 |
| 2019 | 42 |
| 2020 | 35 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 37 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 36 |