Origin and Meaning of Joryn

A variation of Jordan, generally means 'to flow down' or 'to descend'.

Origin: English - Derived from the name Jordan, which comes from the Hebrew word 'Yarden', meaning 'to descend', originally referring to the river of the same name.

• Joryn is a modern and unique variant of the more traditional name Jordan, which has biblical origins related to the River Jordan.
• While Jordan is commonly used for both boys and girls, Joryn tends to be more gender-neutral and has been embraced by varying cultures.
• Notable figures with similar names include Jordan Poyer, an American football player, and Jordan Hinson, an American actress.
• The popularity of Joryn has been steadily increasing since the early 2000s, finding a niche among contemporary baby names.
• Related names include Jordon, Jordyn, and Jorah, which all share a similar sound and origin.