Yordan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYOR-dan / /ˈjɔːrdən/Bulgarian; Hebrew
Meaning
Yordan (Bulgarian) - 'to descend'; Jordan (Hebrew) - 'to flow down'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Bulgarian culture, Yordan is a traditional name often associated with the celebration of Epiphany, marking the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River. The name Jordan in Hebrew is linked to the biblical river, which holds significant religious importance in Judaism and Christianity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Yordan
- Yordana
International Variants
- Jordán (Spanish)
- Yordan (Bulgarian)
- Jordy (Dutch)
Famous people named Yordan
Yordan Yovkov — Bulgarian writer.
Yordan Tsonev — Bulgarian politician.
Fictional characters named Yordan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yordan was first seen in the United States in 1993. Yordan has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Yordan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yordan (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 10 |