The name Jourdan is of French origin, derived from the Germanic elements 'thur' meaning 'thorough' and 'mann' signifying 'man'. It was historically used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name in the 20th century. The name has gained popularity in English-speaking countries due to its unique sound and association with the French culture.
The name Jourdan experienced significant popularity in the late 1980s to early 1990s, with a peak of 89 births in 1990. However, it has steadily declined since then, reaching an all-time low of 12 births in 2021 and 15 births in 2023.