Mordecai Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMOR-deh-kai / /ˈmɔːrdəkaɪ/Hebrew; Aramaic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'warrior'; Aramaic: 'dare'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mordecai is a name of Hebrew origin, prominently featured in the biblical Book of Esther. In the narrative, Mordecai is known for his role as a guardian of Esther and a key figure in the Jewish community. The name has been used in various cultures and has historical significance in Jewish tradition. It has also been adopted in different forms across various languages.
Trend Summary
Mordecai has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mordechai
- Mordecai
International Variants
- Mordejai (Spanish)
- Mordechai (Yiddish)
Famous people named Mordecai
Mordecai Kaplan was an American rabbi and the founder of Reconstructionist Judaism.
Mordecai Brown was a Major League Baseball pitcher known for his exceptional curveball.
Mordecai Richler was a Canadian author known for his novels and essays.
Mordecai Anielewicz was a Jewish leader of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising during World War II.
Fictional characters named Mordecai
Mordecai is a character in the animated series 'Regular Show,' known for his role as a blue jay and a park worker.
Mordecai is a character in the biblical story of Esther, serving as a key figure in the narrative.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mordecai was first seen in the United States in 1912. Mordecai has ranked as high as #1294 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, California, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Mordecai has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mordecai (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 8 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 8 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 38 |
| 2013 | 51 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2015 | 57 |
| 2016 | 68 |
| 2017 | 64 |
| 2018 | 63 |
| 2019 | 71 |
| 2020 | 84 |
| 2021 | 71 |
| 2022 | 99 |
| 2023 | 80 |
| 2024 | 74 |