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The name Gordon originates from a Scottish place name, meaning 'spacious fortress'. It has evolved from Gordun to its current form, representing strength and stability. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Gordon gained popularity in the 19th century, influenced by notable figures. Today, it is perceived as a strong name, with variants including Gordy and Gord. Notable people with this name include chef Gordon Ramsay and former Prime Minister Gordon Brown.

The name Gordon is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gordon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gordon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 85th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 80th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 137th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 260th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 443rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 811th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 921st out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2414th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2443rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5018th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8845th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 19733rd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Gordon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.