Skip to main content

Jordan

Compare
Boy

Meaning

Urdun (River/Country)

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic الأردن
Urdu اردن
Persian اردن
Turkish Ürdün
Bengali জর্ডান
Indonesian Yordania
Pashto اردن
If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Jordan is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Urdun (River/Country)', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Jordan has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Reference Profile

Etymology

The name of Jordan, a country in the Levant home to significant early Islamic history and the shrine of several companions of the Prophet.

Notable Historical Usage

Jordan holds the shrines of several companions killed at Muta and the Yarmouk, and the baptism site on the river of the same name.

Cultural / Regional Usage

A less commonly used given name, found across various Muslim-majority regions.