Jordi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Jordi is a Catalan name derived from the Greek Georgios, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'. It evolved through various forms in different languages. The name has become popular in Catalonia and is associated with cultural pride. It has no biblical relevance.

The name Jordi is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Jordi has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, falling 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 Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jordi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8406th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4381st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1360th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1477th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13246th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16630th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6748th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jordi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jordi"

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Pronunciation

/ˈdʒɔrdi/

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Origin

Catalan

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Etymology

The name Jordi is derived from the Catalan form of George, which comes from the Greek name Georgios, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'.

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Meaning

farmer, earthworker

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Language Evolution

Georgios (Greek), Georgie (Old French), George (English), Jordi (Catalan)

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Historical Usage

Jordi became popular in Catalonia, especially as a given name for boys, particularly in the 20th century.

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Variants & Derivatives

Jorge (Spanish), George (English), Georgie (English)

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Jordi is viewed positively in Catalonia and is associated with cultural pride and heritage.

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Famous People

Jordi Alba (footballer), Jordi Savall (musician), Jordi Galí (economist)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jordi"

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 "Jordi"

"Jordi" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 8406th of 10718 15
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 4381st of 16616 176
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1360th of 24088 1,747
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 1477th of 23106 1,428
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 13246th of 27321 54
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 16630th of 35406 62
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 6748th of 30306 211

Regional Popularity of "Jordi" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 64.02%
3325th/5194
41.05%
2593rd/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
39.59%
1814th/4582
20.37%
1052nd/5164
18.90%
1382nd/7313
14.95%
1116th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
62.78%
2501st/3984
25.63%
1150th/4487
19.53%
1332nd/6822
21.34%
1339th/6276

Regional Popularity of "Jordi" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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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 "Jordi"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Jordi" 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.