Jordun

Jordun is a masculine name that appears to be a modern variant spelling of Jordan. While Jordan derives from the Hebrew word for 'flowing down' or 'descend,' referring to the Jordan River, this particular spelling variation gives the traditional name a contemporary twist. The unique spelling maintains the pronunciation of the original while offering distinctiveness on paper. Jordun remains quite rare compared to the more common Jordan, which has been popular for both boys and girls. The alternative spelling may appeal to parents seeking a familiar-sounding name with an individualized presentation. The name carries the same biblical associations as Jordan, connected to the river where Jesus was baptized, though the unusual spelling somewhat modernizes these traditional connotations.

Pronounced JOR-dun.

As of October 2026, Jordun ranked #11539 in US births in 2002 SSA.