Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Gorden is a name of Old English origin that means 'spacious fort' or 'great hill'. It has evolved from the surname Gordon, which is linked to a Scottish place name. The name conveys traits of strength and reliability, and it has gained popularity since the 20th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈɡɔrdən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Gorden is derived from the Old English surname 'Gordon', which itself comes from a place name in Scotland. The name is believed to mean 'spacious fort' or 'great hill'.
Meaning
spacious fort, great hill
Language Evolution
Gordon (Old English), Gorden (variation in spelling)
Historical Usage
The name Gorden began to gain popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with a strong and dependable character.
Variants & Derivatives
Gordon, Gordie, Gordy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Gorden is perceived as a solid, traditional name that conveys strength and reliability. It is not overly common but still holds a favorable image.
Famous People
Gorden Kaye - British actor known for his role in 'Allo 'Allo!, Gorden Banks - English footballer regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers in the history of the sport.
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 82 peak births in 1922
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Alabama
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1050th of 7545 | 699 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1072nd of 6773 | 699 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1676th of 7552 | 415 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3339th of 10718 | 150 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8705th of 16616 | 47 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 19652nd of 24088 | 12 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
58.40% 827th/1416 |
- |
47.51% 1124th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
56.47% 873rd/1546 |
- |
61.62% 1450th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Alabama across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1050th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1072nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1676th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3339th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8705th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19652nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.