Jordanna Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: jor-DAN-uh //dʒɔːrˈdænə//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: to flow down; English: variant of Jordan
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jordanna is derived from the Hebrew name Yarden, which means "to descend" or "to flow down," referring specifically to the Jordan River, a significant geographical and spiritual landmark in the biblical tradition. The name Yarden transitioned into Greek as Iordanes, which was later adopted into Latin as Iordanis.
This Latin form influenced various European languages, leading to adaptations such as Jordan in English. The feminine form Jordanna likely emerged as a variation in the context of modern naming practices, particularly in English-speaking countries, where feminine suffixes are commonly added to masculine names.
Historically, the Jordan River is mentioned numerous times in the Bible, serving as a site of pivotal events, including the baptism of Jesus Christ, which is recorded in the New Testament. The river's significance in Jewish tradition is also profound, as it marks the boundary of the Promised Land and is associated with the Israelites' crossing into Canaan.
The name has been borne by various saints and figures throughout history, contributing to its enduring presence in religious and cultural contexts. Culturally, the name Jordanna resonates with themes of spirituality, renewal, and transformation, reflecting the river's role in the biblical narrative.
The name is often associated with qualities of strength and resilience, paralleling the river's enduring flow through the landscape. Additionally, the name's connection to the Jordan River imbues it with a sense of historical depth and significance, linking it to a rich tapestry of religious and cultural heritage.
The diminutive form Jordan has also been widely used, although Jordanna stands out as a distinctly feminine variant that has gained recognition in various cultural contexts.
Famous people named Jordanna
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Jordanna Brewster is an actress best known for The Fast and the Furious, Dallas, and Lethal Weapon.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jordanna was first seen in the United States in 1970.
Jordanna has ranked as high as #5294 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Jordanna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jordanna is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jordanna was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jordanna.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 5 |
| 2023 | 11 | 11 |
| 2021 | 5 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 | 6 |
| 2018 | 14 | 14 |
| 2017 | 17 | 17 |
| 2016 | 11 | 11 |
| 2015 | 15 | 15 |
| 2014 | 13 | 13 |
| 2013 | 21 | 21 |
| 2012 | 19 | 19 |
| 2011 | 17 | 17 |
| 2010 | 7 | 7 |
| 2009 | 19 | 19 |
| 2008 | 20 | 20 |
| 2007 | 21 | 21 |
| 2006 | 15 | 15 |
| 2005 | 19 | 19 |
| 2004 | 21 | 21 |
| 2003 | 24 | 24 |
| 2002 | 19 | 19 |
| 2001 | 21 | 21 |
| 2000 | 14 | 14 |
| 1999 | 18 | 18 |
| 1998 | 21 | 21 |
| 1997 | 29 | 29 |
| 1996 | 21 | 21 |
| 1995 | 17 | 17 |
| 1994 | 23 | 23 |
| 1993 | 18 | 18 |
| 1992 | 28 | 28 |
| 1991 | 26 | 26 |
| 1990 | 21 | 21 |
| 1989 | 31 | 31 |
| 1988 | 18 | 18 |
| 1987 | 23 | 23 |
| 1986 | 28 | 28 |
| 1985 | 23 | 23 |
| 1984 | 23 | 23 |
| 1983 | 21 | 21 |
| 1982 | 13 | 13 |
| 1981 | 24 | 24 |
| 1980 | 13 | 13 |
| 1979 | 16 | 16 |
| 1978 | 6 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 | 7 |
| 1976 | 10 | 10 |
| 1970 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Jordanna (2006)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |