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Jordani

jor-DAH-nee · Variant of Jordan, meaning 'flowing down' or 'descending,' referring to the River Jordan.

2025 rank (boys)
#9,714
Babies named in 2025
7
Peak popularity
2024
2025 frequency
1 in 244,011 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Rising since 2003

Rising since 2003, #9,714 for boys today.

Popularity of Jordani since 2001

Babies named Jordani per year in U.S. Social Security records.

7142120102020Most births 2024Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s36
2010s71
2020s68

Meaning & origin

Jordani is a modern variant of the classic name Jordan, first recorded in the United States in 2001. It remains a rare choice, ranking 9,714th in 2025, with just 1 in 244,011 male newborns receiving the name. The name has been steadily rising in popularity since 2003, reaching its peak in 2024. While top states for Jordani are not recorded due to its rarity, the i-ending suffix places it among contemporary style preferences. Jordani offers a fresh twist on a biblical staple, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet recognizable name for their son.

Jordani is a modern coinage derived from the biblical name Jordan, which originates from the Hebrew 'Yarden' (יַרְדֵּן), meaning 'to flow down' or 'descend.' The name Jordan has long been used as a given name in various forms, often given to boys in honor of the River Jordan. The i-ending variant Jordani follows a pattern of contemporary name styling, adding a suffix to create a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jordani mean?
Jordani is a variant of Jordan, which means 'flowing down' or 'descending,' referencing the River Jordan in the Middle East.
How popular is the name Jordani?
Jordani is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 9,714th in popularity, with an estimated 1 in 244,011 male babies given the name.
Is Jordani a boy or girl name?
Jordani is primarily used as a boy's name, consistent with its root name Jordan, which is more common for boys.