Gordon name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 20th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Celtic, Greek and Latin
Usage: English, Scottish, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Gordon gor-din
Meaning: From the Cornered Hill, Triangular Hill, Large Fortification and Worker of the Earth
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What does Gordon mean?

Used in Norwegian, English, Swedish, Finnish, Scottish and Danish persistent and admired, Gordon is used as a gender insensitive name, Gordon means "From the Cornered Hill, Triangular Hill, Large Fortification, Worker of the Earth or From Grodno, a Placename In Byelorussia Meaning City" came from Celtic, Latin and Greek.

Gordon is a form of saintly and prevalent Georges. Georges is variant of prevailing, virtuous and timeless George. Georges is French form of Georgius. Predominant and Enduring Old Greek Georges, meaning of Georges is "Worker of the Earth, Farmer and Earthworker".

Gordon is equivalent of A Placename, Either In Berwickshire Or Normandy A) Scottish Placename Gordon Meaning Spacious Fort B) Norman Placename Gourdon Based on a Personal Name Gordus in Scottish language.

It is celebrated on April 23rd.

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Is Gordon a pleasant name for a baby?

Gordon is a unique and strong name for a baby boy, originating from Scotland. Not only does it have a pleasant sound, but it also carries with it the meaning of spaciousness and fortitude.

The name has a timeless quality to it that makes it suitable for boys of any age, and its Scottish roots give it an air of strength and resilience. Parents who choose the name Gordon for their son are choosing a name that exudes confidence, intelligence, and bravery.

It's no wonder that this classic Scottish name has remained popular throughout the years.

How do I pronounce Gordon?

The proper pronunciation of two syllabled Gordon is gor-din.

Variants of Gordon

Geordan, Georges, Georgios, George, Georgius, Georgeta, Georgio, Georgette, Gordan

Names that rhyme with Gordon

How popular is the name Gordon?

Gordon was among the popular names in United States. Since emerging in 1880 around 153933 babies have been given the first name. When at the peak of its usage in 1935, it ranked 70th when 2827 parents chose the moniker for their baby boys.

However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 197 years. Moreover, the given name has been to the top 100 baby names 33 times In New South Wales, Gordon was once a common name since emerging in 1952 it has been given to over 1456 babies.

At its zenith in 1952,. After 15 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts.

Gordon is a familiar baby name in Ireland, it has been in use since 1964 and was able to reach the top 100 names.

In 1976, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 83 on boy names chart when 84 babies were given the name Gordon. Over 1171 babies in Ireland have been named Gordon.

Also, during its short run of just 8 years in Queensland, it had made it to the top 100 names. In 1961, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 65 on boy names chart when 61 babies were given the name Gordon.

There are over 373 babies that have been given the name Gordon in Queensland.

Gordon is a unique baby name in France, it has been in use since 1923 and was able to reach the top 600 names.

In 1957, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 575 on boy names chart when 29 babies were named Gordon. Over 430 people have been named Gordon in France. Gordon is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, even after 23 years of presence it could not make beyond the top 700.

Over 309 people have been named Gordon in England and Wales.

But Gordon is a popular baby name in England where every 1 in 800 have the name as well as in, Canada, Scotland, Australia, South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Kenya and New Zealand.

At least, 470000 people globally have carried Gordon as their given name according to our research.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
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Gordon in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands26728705
Finland20238150
Sweden37769703
Norway8515003
Denmark149000

Numerological aspects of Gordon

People aren't always as nice as they seem. And your gentle heart can't take disappointments. Leave aside your religion and mix with people from different cultures and races. You are born to be a businessman, politician, manage your own business or some other position that requires leadership, warrior spirit, taking risks, and daring yourself to do more. People admire you for your honesty but they also fear what you have to say about their life.

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Middle names for Gordon

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Sibling Names for Gordon

If you're thinking of naming your baby boy Gordon and would like to keep it in the family, we've compiled a list of sibling names that go well with it. Whether you want something classic, modern, or unique, these names will complement your little one's moniker perfectly. Here are some great sibling name options for Gordon!

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Famous people named Gordon

  • Gordon Brown, British politician
  • Gordon B. Hinckley, American religious leader and author
  • Gordon Bell, American electrical engineer and manager
  • Gordon Onslow Ford, was one of the last surviving members of the 1930s Paris surrealist group surrounding AndrĂ© Breton
  • Gordon P. Allen, Democratic member of the North Carolina General Assembly and an insurance professional
  • Gordon Daniel Conant, Canadian lawyer, politician
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  • Gordon Downey, was Britain's first Parliamentary Commissioner for Standards
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  • Gordon Prange, author of several World War II historical manuscripts which were published by his co-workers after his death
  • Gordon Mumma, American composer
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  • Gordon Johnston, politician in Manitoba, Canada
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  • Gordon Lambert, Irish art collector who, in 1992
  • Gordon Walters, Wellington-born artist and graphic designer
  • Gordon A. Craig, Scottish-American historian of German history and of diplomatic history
  • Gordon Reid, Canadian businessperson
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  • Gordon Donaldson, Scottish historian
  • Gordon Anderson, American philosopher publishing executive and the author of 'Philosophy of the United States' and Secretary General of Professors World Peace Academy
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  • Gordon Eubanks, American microcomputer industry pioneer
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  • Gordon Minhinnick, New Zealand cartoonist
  • Gordon Parker, AO is Scientia Professor of Psychiatry at the University of New South Wales
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  • Gordon Mitchell, American actor and bodybuilder
  • Gordon Oakes, British Labour Party politician
  • Gordon Rodgers, Canadian writer
  • Gordon Fraser, former professional road racing cyclist
  • Gordon Stout, American percussionist, composer
  • Gordon Pickard, real estate developer and philanthropist and considered one of the richest businesspeople
  • Gordon Moore, American businessman, engineer
  • Gordon Cooper, Leroy Gordon "Gordo" Cooper Jr
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  • Gordon Clark, American philosopher and Calvinist theologian
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  • Gordon S. Wood, is Alva O. Way University Professor and Professor of History Emeritus at Brown University
  • Gordon Plotkin, scientist
  • Gordon Banks, former England international football goalkeeper
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