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Jordanne

Girl name · 37 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jordanne: 37 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 7 births in 1992.

Jordanne is a modern feminine elaboration of Jordan, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Yarden, meaning "to flow down" or "descend"—a direct reference to the River Jordan in the Middle East, the country's primary waterway. While the unisex Jordan has been popular for generations, Jordanne offers a distinctly feminine twist, common in Scotland since the 1990s. The name’s most notable bearer is perhaps Jordanne Whiley, the British wheelchair tennis player who has won multiple Grand Slam titles and Paralympic medals, helping to raise the name’s profile in sport. No major places are directly named after a Jordanne, though the River Jordan gives its name to the nation of Jordan. A charming variant is Jordana, also feminine, while Jordan itself remains a staple for both genders; in Scotland, Jordanne has occasionally been spelled Jordyn or Jordann, reflecting its adaptable, modern feel.