Mordekai
Boy nameMordekai has been given to 89 babies in the U.S. since 2013. It peaked in 2023.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
89
Peak year
2023 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2013
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Mordekai — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Mordekai.
Sibling name ideas for Mordekai
Same era and popularity as Mordekai, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Mordekai?
Mordekai has been given to 89 babies in the U.S. since 2013. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Mordekai peak?
Mordekai peaked in 2023, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Mordekai a girl or boy name?
Mordekai is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Mordekai are boys).
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