Jordaan

English from Hebrew

"flowing down"

Jordaan Origin and Meaning

The name Jordaan is a boy's name of Dutch origin.

Jordaan is a masculine name with Dutch origins, representing a variant spelling of Jordan. The name derives from the Jordan River in the Middle East, significant in biblical narrative as the river where Jesus was baptized. In Hebrew, 'yarden' means 'flowing down' or 'descend.' This Dutch spelling variation maintains the same pronunciation but gives the name a distinctive European character. While common as a surname and place name in the Netherlands (most notably the Jordaan district in Amsterdam), it remains uncommon as a first name globally. Jordaan offers a sophisticated European alternative to the more widespread Jordan, connecting both to biblical heritage and Dutch cultural traditions. The double 'a' reflects typical Dutch orthography, giving this name a distinctive visual identity while maintaining familiar sounds.

Famous People Named Jordaan

• Jordaan Kyle Brown English footballer