The nameJordy
Jordy is a boy's name that had a spectacular peak in France in 1993, after the success of the child singer Jordy.
- Boy's name
- Catalan or English depending on the source
- Feast day
Meaning
Jordy is linked to the Catalan Jordi, a form of George, from the Greek georgos, "farmer", or to Jordan.
Origin
Catalan or English depending on the source.
History
Jordy appeared in the early 1970s. In late 1992 the song Dur dur d'être bébé! by four-year-old Jordy became a worldwide hit, and the name jumped in 1993 before falling back just as fast.
Popularity of the name Jordy
Jordy in France
Jordy was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 2,305 births over the decade, 70% of all recorded babies named Jordy. Its rise began around 1992, and it peaked in 1993. Half of all babies named Jordy in France were born before 1993.
Variants and related names
Jordy in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jordy mean?
Jordy is linked to the Catalan Jordi, a form of George, from the Greek georgos, "farmer", or to Jordan.
What is the origin of the name Jordy?
Catalan or English depending on the source.
Is Jordy a girl's or a boy's name?
Jordy is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Jordy?
Variants and related names of Jordy include George and Georges.