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Yordan

yor-DAN

Yordan is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Yordan is a Bulgarian and Macedonian variant of Jordan, derived from the Hebrew name Yarden, referring to the Jordan River.”. It currently ranks #8261 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2020.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Yordan Means

Yordan is a Bulgarian and Macedonian variant of Jordan, derived from the Hebrew name Yarden, referring to the Jordan River.

The Story of Yordan

His name flows like water, carrying the history of a sacred river and the strength of ancient lands.

Yordan is a prominent Bulgarian and Macedonian variant of the name Jordan. It originates from the Hebrew 'Yarden,' directly referencing the sacred Jordan River, a symbol of passage and renewal.

This name suggests a son with a reliable and responsible nature, someone who navigates life with a practical honesty. You see him as a steady presence, grounded and trustworthy.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Yordan Letchkov

    Retired Bulgarian football player & politician

  • Yordan Yovkov

    Bulgarian writer, novelist, and playwright

Personality Traits

reliableresponsiblepracticalhonest

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#17 in 2020

Total Births

222

First Recorded

1993

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