Gorden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gorden is a name of Old English origin that means 'spacious fort' or 'great hill'. It has evolved from the surname Gordon, which is linked to a Scottish place name. The name conveys traits of strength and reliability, and it has gained popularity since the 20th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Gorden is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gorden has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Gorden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1050th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1072nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1676th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3339th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8705th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19652nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Gorden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Gorden"
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɔrdən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Gorden is derived from the Old English surname 'Gordon', which itself comes from a place name in Scotland. The name is believed to mean 'spacious fort' or 'great hill'.
Meaning
spacious fort, great hill
Language Evolution
Gordon (Old English), Gorden (variation in spelling)
Historical Usage
The name Gorden began to gain popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with a strong and dependable character.
Variants & Derivatives
Gordon, Gordie, Gordy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Gorden is perceived as a solid, traditional name that conveys strength and reliability. It is not overly common but still holds a favorable image.
Famous People
Gorden Kaye - British actor known for his role in 'Allo 'Allo!, Gorden Banks - English footballer regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the sport.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Gorden"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Gorden"
"Gorden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1050th of 7545 | 699 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1072nd of 6773 | 699 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1676th of 7552 | 415 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3339th of 10718 | 150 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8705th of 16616 | 47 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 19652nd of 24088 | 12 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Gorden" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
58.40% 827th/1416 |
- |
47.51% 1124th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
56.47% 873rd/1546 |
- |
61.62% 1450th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Gorden" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Gorden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Gorden" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.