Jordan vs August

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jordan

Boy #104 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to flow down, descend"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

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Jordan Rank #104

August Rank #88

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #104 for Jordan.

Is Jordan or August more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Jordan at #104 in the United States.

What do Jordan and August mean?

Jordan means "to flow down, descend" (Hebrew origin). August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin).

Are Jordan and August boy or girl names?

Jordan is primarily a boy name. August is primarily a boy name.