Jordy
Boy name · 9 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Jordy: 9 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2020.
Primarily a diminutive of Jordan, Jordy is a given name that draws from the Hebrew Yarden, meaning "to flow down," a direct reference to the River Jordan. As an independent first name, it gained traction in Scotland and beyond during the late 20th century, often carrying a friendly, approachable feel. A famous bearer is the Dutch footballer Jordy Clasie, known for his midfield play, and the name also appears in pop culture through Jordy Verrill, a character in Stephen King’s *Creepshow*. While there are no direct place connections, the name shares its riverine root with the country of Jordan itself. Unusually, Jordy has seen steady but modest use for both boys and girls in Scotland, making it a low-key unisex choice with a cool, sporty edge.
Boy 3 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20203 babies
- Latest (2023)
- #7283 babies
- Total births
- 9since 2020
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y