"farmer, earth-worker"
Origin: Greek
Language: Catalan
Jordi
Pronunciation: [ j-AWRD-ee ]
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"one who works the earth"
Origin: Ancient Greek
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- Jodi/Jordy can sound feminine in some English-speaking contexts
The Story of Jordi
Jordi is the Catalan form of George, derived from the Greek name Georgios (Γεώργιος), which comes from 'georgos' (γεωργός) meaning 'farmer' or 'earth-worker,' composed of 'ge' (earth) and 'ergon' (work). Saint George (Sant Jordi) is the patron saint of Catalonia, Aragon, and several other regions. La Diada de Sant Jordi (April 23rd) is Catalonia's most beloved cultural festival — equivalent to Valentine's Day — where men give roses and women give books.
Jordi has been one of the most popular boys' names in Catalonia for decades, consistently ranking in the top 5-10. Its use outside Catalonia has grown in the Netherlands (Jordi is also popular in Dutch-speaking regions) and globally among parents drawn to its Catalan cultural identity.
Saint Jordi (George) is the patron saint of Catalonia, and his feast day (April 23rd) is the most important cultural celebration in Catalonia. On this day, couples exchange roses and books — it also became World Book Day because both William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes died on April 23, 1616. The name Jordi is a powerful symbol of Catalan identity.
Historical Record
Jordi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1967.
Over 3,366 babies have been named Jordi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jordi is past its peak , currently ranked #2,088 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Sant Jordi's Day (April 23) is Catalonia's version of Valentine's Day, where people exchange roses and books
- April 23 is also World Book Day, marking the deaths of Shakespeare and Cervantes on the same date in 1616
- FC Barcelona's stadium is located in the Jordi area of Barcelona, and several famous Catalan athletes bear this name
Jordi in Other Languages
Dutch
Joris
French
Georges
German
Georg
Catalan
Jordi
English
George
Italian
Giorgio
Spanish
Jorge
Popularity Over Time
#2,088
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1999
Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,088
- Total SSA Count
- 72
- Cultural Origins
- Catalan Spanish Dutch Flemish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Jordy
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jordi
What does the name Jordi mean?
"farmer, earth-worker" (from Greek). "one who works the earth" (from Ancient Greek). Jordi is the Catalan form of George, derived from the Greek name Georgios (Γεώργιος), which comes from 'georgos' (γεωργός) meaning 'farmer' or 'earth-worker,' composed of 'ge' (earth) and 'ergon' (work). Saint George (Sant Jordi) is the patron saint of Catalonia, Aragon, and several other regions. La Diada de Sant Jordi (April 23rd) is Catalonia's most beloved cultural festival — equivalent to Valentine's Day — where men give roses and women give books.
What is the origin of the name Jordi?
Jordi has Greek, Ancient Greek, Catalan, Spanish, Dutch, and Flemish origins. In Greek, it means "farmer, earth-worker". In Ancient Greek, it means "one who works the earth".
Is Jordi a boy or girl name?
Jordi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2088. As a girl name, it is ranked #5506. Jordi is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jordi?
Jordi is pronounced j-AWRD-ee.
How popular is the name Jordi?
Jordi is currently ranked #2088 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jordi?
Common nicknames for Jordi include Jordy.
What are good middle names for Jordi?
Popular middle name pairings include Jordi Marc, Jordi Pau, Jordi Alex, Jordi Arnau, Jordi Guillem, and Jordi Xavier.
What are good sibling names for Jordi?
Names that pair well with Jordi as siblings include Marc, Pau, Laia, Marta, Arnau, and Júlia.
How many syllables does Jordi have?
Jordi has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jordi a common or rare name?
Jordi is an uncommon name, ranked #2088 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jordi
Jordi is a boy name with Catalan, Spanish, Dutch, and Flemish origins . The name means "farmer, earth-worker" in Greek .
Is Jordi a boy or girl name? Jordi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,088 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #5,506. Jordi is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jordi is currently ranked #2,088 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jordi has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-AWRD-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jordi include Jordy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jordi include Jordan, Jordy, Jordyn, Jordon, Jorden . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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