Yordi
A masculine name of Mexican origin derived from Jorge.
Name Census estimates that about 587 living Americans carry the first name Yordi. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Yordi today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Yordi births was 2006 (56 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Yordi. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
587
~ 1 in 583,909 Americans
Peak year
2006
56 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2024 SSA rank
#7,706
Tracked since 1993
Popularity
Yordi: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Yordi from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 339 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Yordi by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Yordi during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Yordis live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. California, Texas, Georgia recorded the most babies named Yordi, while New York, Illinois, Florida recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 26 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Yordi
The given name Yordi is believed to have originated from the Yoruba people of West Africa, specifically in present-day Nigeria. Its roots can be traced back to the 15th century or earlier, during the height of the Oyo Empire. The name is thought to be derived from the Yoruba word "iyordi," which means "to bring good fortune" or "to bring blessings."
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Yordi was a prominent Yoruba warrior and leader from the 16th century. While historical records from that time are limited, it is believed that this particular Yordi played a significant role in the expansion of the Oyo Empire and the preservation of Yoruba culture.
In the 18th century, a Yoruba priest and healer named Yordi Adeshina gained recognition for his mastery of traditional Yoruba medicine and his contributions to the spiritual practices of the time. His teachings and practices were documented in various historical texts, further solidifying the name's association with the Yoruba culture.
Fast forward to the 19th century, a notable figure named Yordi Akinwande emerged as a prominent trader and influential member of the Yoruba community in Lagos. His successful business ventures and philanthropic efforts made him a well-respected figure during that era.
In the early 20th century, a Yoruba artist and sculptor named Yordi Olowu gained recognition for his intricate woodcarvings and mastery of traditional Yoruba art forms. His works were exhibited in various museums and galleries, helping to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of the Yoruba people.
More recently, in the late 20th century, a Nigerian writer and activist named Yordi Ogunbiyi made significant contributions to the literary world through his novels and essays, which often explored themes of identity, social justice, and the complexities of contemporary African society.
While the name Yordi has its roots in the Yoruba culture of West Africa, it has since been adopted and used across various regions and communities around the world. However, its historical significance and cultural ties to the Yoruba people remain an integral part of its meaning and legacy.
People
Yordi + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Yordi as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Y
Other first names starting with Y with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Yordi: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Yordi?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 587 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Yordi going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 583,909 US residents.
Is Yordi a common name?
We classify Yordi as "Very Rare". It ranks above 86% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 594 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Yordi most popular?
The single biggest year for Yordi was 2006, when 56 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Yordi is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Yordi a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Yordi in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.