Jordi

What does the baby name Jordi mean? Learn about what Jordi means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Jordi - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Jordi: J-O-R-D-I, is a 5-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Jordi: JOR dee
Meaning of Jordi: To flow down or descend.
Origin of Jordi: The name 'Jordi' has its origins in Catalonia, a region in northeastern Spain. It is a variant of the name 'George', which comes from the Greek name 'Georgios', meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'. 'Jordi' is the Catalan form of 'George' and is commonly used in Catalonia and other Catalan-speaking regions.; American Names; Catalan Names; Dutch Names; English Names; German Names; Hebrew Names; Pet Names
Popularity of Jordi: In Catalonia, the name 'Jordi' is extremely popular and has been consistently ranked among the top names for boys. It is a traditional name that holds cultural significance in the region. However, outside of Catalonia, the name 'Jordi' is not as widely used and may be less familiar to people from other parts of the world.; Jordi currently has 4 likes, and is in the top 9% of liked boy's names. The name Adesola is slightly more popular than Jordi.

Etymology of Jordi

The name 'Jordi' is derived from the Greek name 'Georgios', which means 'farmer' or 'earthworker'. It is composed of the elements 'ge' meaning 'earth' and 'ergon' meaning 'work'. The Catalan form of 'George' evolved into 'Jordi', retaining the same meaning and etymology.

Cultural Significance of Jordi

In Catalonia, the name 'Jordi' is deeply rooted in the region's culture and history. It is associated with Saint George, the patron saint of Catalonia. Saint George's Day, known as 'Diada de Sant Jordi' in Catalan, is celebrated on April 23rd each year, and it holds great significance in Catalan culture. On this day, it is customary for people to exchange books and roses as gifts, and the name 'Jordi' is often associated with this celebration.