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Jericho vs Mordechai

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jericho

Boy #905 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"city of the moon"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Christian Hebrew British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#905
Total SSA Count
259
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jericho Rank #905
Mordechai Rank #968

Jericho is more popular, ranked #905 vs #968 for Mordechai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jericho or Mordechai more popular?

Jericho is more popular, ranked #905 compared to Mordechai at #968 in the United States.

What do Jericho and Mordechai mean?

Jericho means "city of the moon" (Hebrew origin). Mordechai means "follower/servant of Marduk (Babylonian deity)" (Babylonian origin).

Are Jericho and Mordechai boy or girl names?

Jericho is primarily a boy name. Mordechai is primarily a boy name.

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