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Jordy

Female

« Jordy is a shortened form of the Hebrew name Jordan, meaning "flowing down" or "descendant". »

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Meaning, origin, history

Jordy is a diminutive form of the name Jordan, which has Hebrew origins. The name Jordan means "flowing down, descending" or "the descendent". It was originally used as a masculine given name, but today it can also be used for girls. The name Jordy gained popularity in the 20th century and became particularly popular in English-speaking countries such as the United States and Australia. It is often associated with the Jordan River, which features prominently in both Christian and Jewish traditions. One notable historical figure with the name Jordy was American baseball player Jordan Schafer, who played for several Major League Baseball teams throughout his career. However, the name Jordy has not been widely used by royalty or other figures of high standing throughout history.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Jordy since 1880

Total births
200
Total since 1880
Peak year
2021
28 births
in 2023
15
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+58%
vs previous 5 years