Jordy is a diminutive form of the name Jordan, which has Hebrew origins. The name Jordan means "flowing down, descending" or "the descendent". It was originally used as a masculine given name, but today it can also be used for girls.
The name Jordy gained popularity in the 20th century and became particularly popular in English-speaking countries such as the United States and Australia. It is often associated with the Jordan River, which features prominently in both Christian and Jewish traditions.
One notable historical figure with the name Jordy was American baseball player Jordan Schafer, who played for several Major League Baseball teams throughout his career. However, the name Jordy has not been widely used by royalty or other figures of high standing throughout history.
Based on the provided statistics, the name Jordy has seen a notable increase in popularity over the past two decades in the United States.
From 2001 to 2023, there have been a total of 200 babies named Jordy born in the U.S. The first year with a significant number of births was 2012, with 9 babies named Jordy. This number nearly doubled the following year, reaching 15 births in 2015.
The years 2017 and 2021 saw the highest numbers of newborns named Jordy, with 24 and 28 births respectively. Interestingly, these peaks seem to occur approximately every two to three years, suggesting a consistent pattern in the popularity of this name.
Despite fluctuations in popularity, the name Jordy has maintained a steady presence among new parents' choices over the past decade, with an average of around 15 babies named Jordy born each year since 2015. As of 2023, there have been 15 births named Jordy, indicating that this name continues to be popular among parents in the United States.