Origin
Slavic (Serbian)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Taurus
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Gordan is a name often given to boys. Ranked #11249 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Slavic (Serbian) origin and traditionally means "Strong and steadfast defender of the people". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Gordan
Gordan is a traditional Serbian name implying strength and protection. Though uncommon outside Slavic regions, it conveys reliability and quiet power. Boys named Gordan are often seen as dependable leaders with deep loyalty to family and community.
Popularity
Currently ranked #11249 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Builds stable foundations.
Values home and responsibility.
Ambitious and authoritative.
Partners and peacemakers.
Zodiac & Astrology
Taurus
Reflects enduring strength.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Projects grounded power and loyalty.
Color Aura
Forest Green
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Bear
Power Word
Shield
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Steadfast
Stays true through challenges.
Protective
Defends loved ones always.
Reliable
Can be counted on.
Famous People Named Gordan
Gordan Jandroković
Croatian politician
Gordan Giriček
Croatian basketball player
Gordan in Pop Culture
Gordan
Action video game
Gordan Hale
Spy thriller novel
Historical Events
1804
Serbian uprising naming era.
1990
Modern diaspora spread.
International Variations
Gordan in Different Scripts
Гордан
Cyrillic
戈尔丹
Chinese (Mandarin)
ゴルダン
Japanese (Katakana)
고르단
Korean
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Gordan:
Gordan Ivan
Gordan Marko
Gordan Nikola
Gordan Stefan
Gordan Petar
Gordan Luka
Gordan Dusan
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common in Serbian tradition.
Symbolizes strength in folklore.
Variant of Gordon.
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boyPronunciation
GOR-dan
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.