Gordon
Meaning of Gordon
Gordon is a traditional male name with Scottish origins. It is pronounced as GOR-dun in both American English and British English. The name has variations such as Gord and Gordie, which add a touch of familiarity and uniqueness to the name. While not as popular in recent years, Gordon has a long history of use in the United States. It peaked in popularity during the mid-20th century, consistently ranking within the top 200 names for boys. However, it has since declined in usage but still maintains a presence on baby name lists. With its strong and classic sound, Gordon is a timeless choice for parents seeking a name with historical significance and charm.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as GOR-dun (/'gɔr.dən/)
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Notable People Named Gordon
| James Gordon Brown is a former British Prime Minister and prominent Labour Party leader. |
| Gordon James Ramsay is a renowned British celebrity chef, restaurateur, and television personality, known for his multiple Michelin-starred restaurants and influential presence in the culinary world. |
| Gordon Lightfoot Jr. was a Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist known for defining the folk-pop sound of the 1960s and 1970s, and is considered one of Canada's greatest songwriters. |
| Gordon Banks, an English professional footballer and one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time, made 679 appearances during his 20-year career and won 73 caps for England, including the 1966 World Cup victory. |
| Gordon Parks was a prominent American photographer, composer, author, and film director known for his iconic photos of poor Americans, documentary photojournalism, and directing films like Shaft and The Learning Tree. |
| Gordon Bitner Hinckley was the 15th president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, known for his leadership and authorship, and was considered a prophet by church members. |
| Gordon Daniel Hayward is an American professional basketball player currently with the Charlotte Hornets, known for his previous stints with the Utah Jazz and the Boston Celtics. |
| Gordon Earle Moore was an American businessman, engineer, and the co-founder of Intel Corporation, known for proposing Moore's Law. |
| Gordon Kiyoshi Hirabayashi was an American sociologist known for his principled resistance to the Japanese American internment during World War II. |
| Gordon Willard Allport was an influential American psychologist known for his pioneering work in personality psychology and the development of values scales. |
| Gordon Edward Pinsent was a versatile Canadian actor, writer, director, and singer known for his roles in various productions and as the voice of King Babar in Babar the Elephant. |
| Allan Gordon Sinclair, OC, FRGS was a prominent Canadian journalist, writer, and commentator. |
| Gordon Matta-Clark was an American artist known for his site-specific artworks and pioneering work in socially engaged food art. |
| Albert Gordon MacRae was a prominent American actor, singer, and television and radio host known for his roles in classic musical films such as Oklahoma! and Carousel. |
| Gordon Smith was a notable inventor, machinist, and tool and die maker known for creating the KISS SCUBA diving rebreather. |
