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JordonChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Descendant of Joram

Pronunciation: JOR-den

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Name
Jordon
Meaning
Descendant of Joram
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
JOR-den
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
(Monday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Jordon mean?

Jordon is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Descendant of Joram". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: JOR-den. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Ι϶ρδον

έπτη τσ τσσεω της

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

JOR-den

IPA

/dʒɔːrˈdən/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Jordon is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Descendant of Joram. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

(Monday)

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Those with the life path number 3 are natural creatives and communicators.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveLoyalC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A symbol of divine guidance and strength

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Jordon is a popular Christian name across various English-speaking countries, especially the United States. In the Middle Ages, it was also used as a surname. Its biblical roots add to the name's rich history and consonance with other Christian names.
Jordon is a name deeply rooted in the Bible, and as such, it carries a profound spiritual significance. It is a reminder of the brave kings who bore the name in the Old Testament and their unwavering commitment to their respective Kingdoms. Furthermore, some may view the name as a symbol of the spiritual journey towards the true "Jordan," which is the pathway to eternal life.

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Jordan Peele (filmmaker)Jordan Spieth (golfer)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Jordan

descendant of the river Jordan, follower of Jesus

🇮🇱Hebrew

יְהוֹרָם

בְּן־יָרָד, בְּן־יָרָד, יָרָד

🇬🇷Greek

Ι϶ρδον

έπτη τσ τσσεω της

🇮🇹Latin

Jordanus

filius Iordani, discipulus Jesu

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