Jordynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jordynn is a modern English name derived from the Hebrew Yarden, meaning 'to flow down', associated with the biblical Jordan River. Its language evolution includes forms from Hebrew to Latin and Old French before becoming a contemporary variant. The name is seen as trendy and unique, with biblical relevance tied to Jesus' baptism. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, and notable people bearing the name include athletes and public figures.
The name Jordynn is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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. 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, Jordynn has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jordynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11921st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12998th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5138th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1415th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1218th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jordynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jordynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɔrdɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Jordynn is a modern variation of the name Jordan, which is derived from the Hebrew word 'Yarden', meaning 'to descend' or 'to flow down'. The name is often associated with the Jordan River in the Bible, where Jesus was baptized.
Meaning
to flow down, descender
Language Evolution
Yarden (Hebrew), Jordan (Latin/Old French), Jordynn (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name has biblical significance as it is associated with the Jordan River, a key location in the New Testament.
Historical Usage
The name Jordan has been used since the Middle Ages, but the variant Jordynn emerged in modern times, particularly in the late 20th century, as parents looked for unique spellings of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jordan, Jordyn, Jordann
Modern Popularity & Image
Jordynn is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often chosen for its uniqueness and connection to nature through the river's symbolism.
Famous People
Jordan Poyer (American football player), Jordan Spieth (professional golfer), Jordyn Woods (model and social media personality)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jordynn"
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 "Jordynn"
"Jordynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11921st of 24088 | 58 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12998th of 23106 | 41 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5138th of 27321 | 266 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1415th of 35406 | 2,400 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1218th of 30306 | 2,404 |
Regional Popularity of "Jordynn" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jordynn" 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) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
64.83% 4095th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
26.60% 1219th/4582 |
40.20% 2076th/5164 |
20.47% 1497th/7313 |
18.06% 1348th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
26.18% 1043rd/3984 |
34.61% 1553rd/4487 |
16.68% 1138th/6822 |
23.12% 1451st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jordynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jordynn" 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.