Jordan
girl name#584 in 2025Jordan entered the US charts in 1950, peaked at #40 in 1997, ranks #584 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1950–2025
#584
rank today
#40
peak (1997)
503
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5415 |
| 1960s | #5213 |
| 1970s | #2847 |
| 1980s | #297 |
| 1990s | #52 |
| 2000s | #82 |
| 2010s | #278 |
| 2020s | #497 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jordan has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 134,000 people named Jordan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jordan alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jordan in 2025?
- Jordan ranks #584 among US girl names in 2025, with 503 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jordan most popular?
- Jordan peaked in 1997, reaching #40 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jordan with classmates?
- Jordan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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