"of the Jordan River"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Jordana
Pronunciation: [ y-awrd-AN-uh ]
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A feminine form of Jordan carrying ancient river power
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The Story of Jordana
Jordana is the feminine elaboration of Jordan, derived from the Hebrew 'Yarden' (ירדן) meaning 'to flow down' or 'descend' — a reference to the Jordan River, which flows from the mountains of Lebanon down through the Sea of Galilee and into the Dead Sea. The Jordan River is one of the most sacred waterways in history, the site of Jesus's baptism in Christian tradition and central to biblical geography. The -a ending transforms the gender-neutral Jordan into an unmistakably feminine form.
Jordan became popular as a first name in the United States during the 1980s-90s, partially driven by basketball legend Michael Jordan's cultural dominance. Jordana, the feminine form, offered girls a connection to the popular sound while maintaining a distinctly feminine identity. It's especially popular in Jewish American communities, Spanish-speaking communities (as Giordana or Jordana), and in Israel.
The Jordan River carries profound religious significance across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In the Bible, the Israelites crossed the Jordan to enter the Promised Land; Jesus was baptized in it by John the Baptist; it appears throughout both the Old and New Testaments. Jordana thus carries centuries of sacred meaning while projecting modern confidence.
Historical Record
Jordana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 3,407 babies have been named Jordana in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jordana is past its peak , currently ranked #4,050 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Jordan River is only about 156 miles long but is one of the most historically significant rivers in the world
- Jordana Brewster is a prominent actress known for the Fast & Furious franchise
- In Israel, Yardena (the Hebrew form of Jordana) is a traditional female name
Jordana in Other Languages
Arabic
جوردانا
French
Jordane
Hebrew
ירדנה
Italian
Giordana
Spanish
Jordana
Popularity Over Time
#4,050
Current Rank
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Peaked 1979
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jordana
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Jordana Brewster
Actor
1980
American actress known for playing Mia Toretto in the Fast & Furious film franchise, as well as roles in Dallas and othe...
American actress known for playing Mia Toretto in the Fast & Furious film franchise, as well as roles in Dallas and other TV series
J
Jordana Spiro
Actor
1977
American actress and filmmaker known for her role in the TV series The Mob Doctor and directing work
Y
Yardena Arazi
Musician
1946
Israeli singer and iconic figure in Israeli pop music, known for representing Israel in Eurovision
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,050
- Total SSA Count
- 36
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew English Spanish Italian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Jordy
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Dana
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jordana
What does the name Jordana mean?
"of the Jordan River" (from Hebrew). Jordana is the feminine elaboration of Jordan, derived from the Hebrew 'Yarden' (ירדן) meaning 'to flow down' or 'descend' — a reference to the Jordan River, which flows from the mountains of Lebanon down through the Sea of Galilee and into the Dead Sea. The Jordan River is one of the most sacred waterways in history, the site of Jesus's baptism in Christian tradition and central to biblical geography. The -a ending transforms the gender-neutral Jordan into an unmistakably feminine form.
What is the origin of the name Jordana?
Jordana has Hebrew, English, Spanish, and Italian origins. In Hebrew, it means "of the Jordan River".
Is Jordana a boy or girl name?
Jordana is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Jordana?
Jordana is pronounced y-awrd-AN-uh.
How popular is the name Jordana?
Jordana is currently ranked #4050 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jordana?
Common nicknames for Jordana include Jordy, Jord, Dana, and Dani.
What are good middle names for Jordana?
Popular middle name pairings include Jordana Rose, Jordana Grace, Jordana Marie, Jordana Elise, Jordana Renee, and Jordana Nicole.
What are good sibling names for Jordana?
Names that pair well with Jordana as siblings include Jordan, Adriana, Sebastian, Julian, Madeleine, and Serena.
How many syllables does Jordana have?
Jordana has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Jordana a common or rare name?
Jordana is an uncommon name, ranked #4050 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jordana
Jordana is a girl name with Hebrew, English, Spanish, and Italian origins . The name means "of the Jordan River" in Hebrew .
Jordana is currently ranked #4,050 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Jordana has 3 syllables and is pronounced y-awrd-AN-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Jordana include Jordy, Jord, Dana, and Dani. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jordana include Jordyn, Jordan, Jordynn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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