Gordan
Pronunciation: [ g-AWRD-uhn ]
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Gordan first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 472 babies have been named Gordan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gordan is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,566 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #17,566
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Gordan
Gordan is a boy name .
Gordan is currently ranked #17,566 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gordan include Gor, Gord, Gordy, Gordie, Goy, Goie, and Gorkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Gordan include Gordon . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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