Holding steady.
Popularity of Jordis since 1918
Babies named Jordis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 7 |
| 1930s | 8 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 8 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 202 |
| 2010s | 42 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jordis is a rare name of Scandinavian or modern English origin that has maintained a steady but low level of use in the United States since its first recorded appearance in 1918. It reached its peak popularity in 2006, indicating a modest spike in interest during that decade, but has not entered the top 1000 names nationwide. The name's trajectory has been stable, suggesting consistent but niche appeal. It has not been strongly associated with any particular state or region. Its unclear etymology gives it an air of mystery, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet grounded name with Nordic flavor.
The name Jordis is of uncertain derivation. It may be a modern coinage influenced by the name Jorunn (which combines a root meaning 'horse' or 'warrior' with 'love') or the Icelandic word jörð meaning 'earth'. It also appears as a feminine given name in German-speaking countries as a variant of Jord or Jordan. As a modern name, its use in the United States dates primarily from the 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jordi, Jory
Variants: Jorunn, Jord
Sibling names for Jordis
Names that share Jordis's style, for a brother or sister.
