ThinkabaraJordan: meaning and origin
Jordan
“Flowing down; the Jordan River”
About the name Jordan
Jordan is a girl or a boy’s name from the Hebrew tradition. Its meaning is “flowing down; the Jordan River”. Names from Hebrew, many of them from the Bible. They have been used in English for centuries — from Hannah and Sarah to Noah, Elijah and Levi.
It’s a classic: a name that has been used for generations and still feels fresh.
More names with a similar meaning: nature names, names that mean sea or water.
Tips before you choose
- Say the full name out loud with your last name, and with any middle name.
- Check the initials — and what they spell.
- Think about nicknames kids might make from it.
- Write it down: is the spelling easy for teachers and friends?
More Hebrew names
- Aaron 👦Exalted, mountain of strength · Hebrew
- Abigail 👧My father is joy · Hebrew
- Abraham 👦Father of many · Hebrew
- Adam 👦Man, earth · Hebrew
- Amos 👦Carried by God · Hebrew
- Anna 👧Grace, favor; a form of Hannah · Hebrew
- Ari 👦Lion · Hebrew
- Asher 👦Happy, blessed · Hebrew
- Ayla 👧Oak tree · Hebrew
- Benjamin 👦Son of the right hand · Hebrew
- Boaz 👦Swiftness, strength · Hebrew
- Caleb 👦Faithful, devoted · Hebrew
Sibling name ideas (Hebrew, girls and boys)
- Aaron 👦Exalted, mountain of strength · Hebrew
- Abigail 👧My father is joy · Hebrew
- Abraham 👦Father of many · Hebrew
- Adam 👦Man, earth · Hebrew
- Amos 👦Carried by God · Hebrew
- Anna 👧Grace, favor; a form of Hannah · Hebrew
- Ari 👦Lion · Hebrew
- Asher 👦Happy, blessed · Hebrew
More unisex names starting with J
- Jamie 🧒Supplanter; a pet form of James · Hebrew
- Jesse 🧒Gift · Hebrew
- Jules 🧒Youthful; a short form of Julian and Julia · French
Questions and answers
What does the name Jordan mean?
Jordan is a name of Hebrew origin. It means: flowing down; the Jordan River.
Is Jordan a boy or girl name?
Jordan is used for both girls and boys in the US.
How many syllables does Jordan have?
Jordan has 6 letters and about 2 syllables.