Gordan
boy nameGordan entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1458 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1458
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1905 |
| 1920s | #1978 |
| 1930s | #1829 |
| 1940s | #2280 |
| 1950s | #2461 |
| 1960s | #2416 |
| 1970s | #3887 |
| 1980s | #4738 |
| 1990s | #6347 |
| 2000s | #8717 |
| 2010s | #10164 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Gordan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gordan alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gordan in 2025?
- Gordan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gordan most popular?
- Gordan peaked in 1931, reaching #1458 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gordan with classmates?
- Gordan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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