At a glance
- In short
- Hjordis is a unique Scandinavian name pronounced as YOR-dis. It's associated with strength and femininity, with variations in spelling.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1959 (#5,566)
- Babies in 1959
- 6 (<0.01% of girls)
- Peak
- #2,540 in 1913
- First recorded
- 1913
Meaning of Hjordis
Hjordis is a female name with origins in Scandinavia. It is pronounced as YOR-dis (/ˈjɔr dɪs/), and it has variations in spelling. In terms of popularity, Hjordis had a few occurrences in the United States in the mid-20th century, but it is not commonly used today. This unique and distinctive name carries associations of strength and femininity, making it an intriguing choice for parents looking for a name that stands out.
How to pronounce Hjordis
- Pronounced YOR-dis /ˈjɔr dɪs/
Popularity of Hjordis in the U.S.
Hjordis was last recorded in the U.S. in 1959, ranked #5,566 with 6 babies. It peaked at #2,540 in 1913. It first appears in the records in 1913.
- Rank among U.S. girl names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1913–1959 9 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 6 | 5,566 | back (not recorded in 1936–1958) |
| 1935 | 6 | 3,742 | back (not recorded in 1927–1934) |
| 1926 | 8 | 3,564 | ▲ 1,409 |
| 1925 | 5 | 4,973 | ▲ 88 |
| 1924 | 5 | 5,061 | back (not recorded in 1923) |
| 1922 | 5 | 5,009 | back (not recorded in 1921) |
| 1920 | 5 | 4,975 | back (not recorded in 1916–1919) |
| 1915 | 6 | 3,795 | back (not recorded in 1914) |
| 1913 | 7 | 2,540 | new |
Notable people named Hjordis
- Hjordis Schymberg was a celebrated Swedish opera singer who later became a distinguished voice teacher.
- Hjordis Bjork Hakonardottir is an Icelandic lawyer and legal writer who served on Iceland's Supreme Court from 2006 to 2010.