Gordon Jara

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gordon Jara — great hill
156K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gordon Jara is a name that combines Scottish origins. The first name Gordon is a masculine given name of Scottish origin. Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy. The surname Jara: Jara is a Spanish surname, popular in various places in southern Spain, meaning rockrose or cistus. People with the surname Francisco Chaparro Jara (born 1942), Spanish footballer and manager Kurt Jara (born 1950), Austrian footballer Santi Jara (born 1991), Spanish footballer Claudio Jara (born 1959), Costa Rican footballer Francisco Jara (1941–2024), Mexican footballer Geovanny Jara (born 1967), Costa Rican footballer Guillermo Jara (born 1973), American football (soccer) player Ángel Jara (1936–2008), Paraguayan footballer Cristino Jara (born 1973), Paraguayan footballer Diego Jara (born 19. Gordon is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 156K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Gordon reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gordon

Meaning: great hill

Scottish

Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy.

Surname: Jara

Spanish

Jara is a Spanish surname, popular in various places in southern Spain, meaning rockrose or cistus. People with the surname Francisco Chaparro Jara (born 1942), Spanish footballer and manager Kurt Jara (born 1950), Austrian footballer Santi Jara (born 1991), Spanish footballer Claudio Jara (born 1959), Costa Rican footballer Francisco Jara (1941–2024), Mexican footballer Geovanny Jara (born 1967), Costa Rican footballer Guillermo Jara (born 1973), American football (soccer) player Ángel Jara (1936–2008), Paraguayan footballer Cristino Jara (born 1973), Paraguayan footballer Diego Jara (born 19.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gordon is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gordon by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gordon Jara

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gordon Jara:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gordon?
The first name Gordon originates from Scottish. Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy.
When was Gordon most popular?
The name Gordon reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Jara?
The surname Jara originates from Spanish. Jara is a Spanish surname, popular in various places in southern Spain, meaning rockrose or cistus. People with the surname Francisco Chaparro Jara (born 1942), Spanish footballer and manager Kurt Jara (born 1950), Austrian footballer Santi Jara (born 1991), Spanish footballer Claudio Jara (born 1959), Costa Rican footballer Francisco Jara (1941–2024), Mexican footballer Geovanny Jara (born 1967), Costa Rican footballer Guillermo Jara (born 1973), American football (soccer) player Ángel Jara (1936–2008), Paraguayan footballer Cristino Jara (born 1973), Paraguayan footballer Diego Jara (born 19.
What are the origins of the name Gordon Jara?
The name Gordon Jara combines two different traditions: the first name Gordon has Scottish roots, while the surname Jara originates from Spanish.
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