Jordan: Name day
Name day
Jordan's name day is observed on January 6th in Bulgaria and Greece. Other recognized dates include February 13th in Croatia and Poland, February 15th in France and Poland, and March 6th also in Poland. Additionally, the United States observes the name day on February 17th.
Jordan Origin Meaning and Gender
Jordan is derived from the name of the river in the Holy Land, linked to the Hebrew word meaning "to descend" or "flow down." In the USA, it rapidly gained popularity starting in the late 20th century, cementing its place as a successful and consistent unisex choice. Historically, it was adopted widely across Europe after the Crusades, emphasizing its ancient roots. The name is commonly perceived as predominantly masculine in Western culture but remains highly adaptable worldwide. Its mood is strong, athletic, and classically modern, projecting confidence and reliability.
Name Day List: Jordan
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
Bulgaria | 6 | January | Bogomil, Bogdan, Bogdana, Bozhidar, Bozhidara, Borislav, Borislava, Jordan, Yordan, Yordanka, Nayden, Teodosii |
Greece | 6 | January | Theofania, Theofanis, Fani, Fannoula, Fotis, Fotini, Jordan, Ourania |
Croatia | 13 | February | Jordan, Božidar, Božica |
Poland | 13 | February | Benigna, Grzegorz, Jordan, Kastor, Katarzyna, Klemens, Toligniew |
France | 15 | February | Claude, Georgina, Jordan |
Poland | 15 | February | Faustyn, Georgia, Georgina, Jordan, Jowita, Józef, Klaudiusz, Przybyrad, Sewer |
USA | 17 | February | Jordan, Jordana, Jordanne, Jorden, Jordon, Jordyn, Leroy, Reggie, Reginald, Regis, Rex, Rexanna, Rexford, Rexine, Roy, Royce |
Poland | 6 | March | Eugenia, Felicyta, Frydolin, Jordan, Klaudian, Koleta, Róża, Wiktor, Wiktoriusz, Wojsław |