Holding steady.
Popularity of Gordy since 1908
Babies named Gordy per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1959, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Gordy's real moment was 1908.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 11 |
| 1920s | 0 |
| 1930s | 8 |
| 1940s | 59 |
| 1950s | 144 |
| 1960s | 94 |
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gordy is a rare diminutive of Gordon, first recorded in U.S. Social Security data in 1908, which also marks its peak year of use. Since then, the name has maintained a stable but extremely low profile, never cracking the top 1000 names list. Its rarity means no single top state has claimed it in recent decades, making it a distinctive choice for parents drawn to vintage Scottish nicknames. Despite its obscurity, Gordy carries the rugged heritage of the surname Gordon, linked to a place name in Berwickshire meaning 'spacious fort.' As a standalone given name, it evokes an informal, friendly character, similar to other '-y' diminutives like Freddy or Jimmy, but with a distinctly Scottish flavor.
Gordy is a diminutive of Gordon, which originated as a Scottish surname. The name Gordon is derived from the place name Gordon in Berwickshire, Scotland, likely from Gaelic words meaning 'spacious fort' or 'hill fort.' As a given name, Gordon gained popularity in the 19th and early 20th centuries, and Gordy emerged as a familiar short form. Its use as an independent name has been relatively rare, with occasional revivals.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gord
Variants: Gordie
Sibling names for Gordy
Names that share Gordy's style, for a brother or sister.
