Everything about the name MORDCHAI
Meaning, origin, history
Mordchai is a Hebrew masculine given name derived from the verb מָרַד (marad), which means "to rebel". The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as one of King David's thirty mighty warriors and is also the name of one of Esther's cousins in the Book of Esther.
In Jewish tradition, Mordchai has been used for centuries to honor ancestors or to express hope that a child will grow up to be a brave and steadfast leader like their namesake. The name Mordchai has been particularly popular among Ashkenazi Jews, with some famous bearers including the Israeli diplomat and historian Mordchai Gazit and the American psychologist Mordchai Horowitz.
While Mordchai may not be as well-known outside of Jewish communities, it is a name with deep historical roots and significant cultural meaning. Its unique sound and powerful meaning make it an appealing choice for parents looking for a distinctive and meaningful name for their child.
In Jewish tradition, Mordchai has been used for centuries to honor ancestors or to express hope that a child will grow up to be a brave and steadfast leader like their namesake. The name Mordchai has been particularly popular among Ashkenazi Jews, with some famous bearers including the Israeli diplomat and historian Mordchai Gazit and the American psychologist Mordchai Horowitz.
While Mordchai may not be as well-known outside of Jewish communities, it is a name with deep historical roots and significant cultural meaning. Its unique sound and powerful meaning make it an appealing choice for parents looking for a distinctive and meaningful name for their child.
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Popularity of the name MORDCHAI since 1880
Birth evolution
Popularity analysis
In the United States, the name Mordchai has seen some fluctuations in popularity over the past few years. In 2008, there were 5 babies named Mordchai. This number increased to 8 in 2018, showing a growth of 60%. However, the most recent data from 2023 indicates that there were 6 births with the name Mordchai, representing an increase of 25% compared to 2018. Overall, between 2008 and 2023, there have been a total of 19 babies named Mordchai in the United States.