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Jordani

♂ Boy

Pronounced jor-DAH-nee /dʒɔrˈdɑ.ni/Medium

Meaning: Elaboration of Jordan — from Hebrew Yarden, 'flowing down, descending' (the river Jordan)Medium

In 30 seconds: Flowing down: Jordani elaborates Jordan — 'flowing down' (the sacred river). Lyrical, devout, and warm.
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Origin MediumHebrew
MeaningElaboration of Jordan — from Hebrew Yarden, 'flowing down, descending' (the river Jordan)
U.S. rank (2025)#10160 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 175

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202420012025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Jordani is an elaboration of Jordan — from Hebrew Yarden, 'flowing down, descending' (the river Jordan, sacred in scripture). A lyrical, devout name; the -i ending makes it melodic (popular in Latino families).

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, flowing-down at the root, and lyrical.

Did you know? Jordan means 'flowing down, descending' in Hebrew (the river where Jesus was baptized) — Jordani is a melodic -i elaboration, lyrical and devout.
Overall data confidence 72%
Behind the Name — Jordan — root etymology

Variations

JordanJordanyGiordani

Nicknames

Jordy

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If you like Jordani…

Jordan— the base name
Jordy— a pet form
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jordani mean?

Jordani elaborates Jordan — Hebrew 'flowing down, descending' (the river Jordan).

How do you pronounce Jordani?

It's said jor-DAH-nee /dʒɔrˈdɑ.ni/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Jordani a boy or girl name?

Jordani is a boy's name.

How popular is Jordani?

Jordani is a rare name in the U.S.

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