Mordechai
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Origin and meaning
Name: Mordechai (morde-chai)
Gender: Male
Popularity in 2023: #722
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Warrior
Origin: Jewish
Meaning: Warrior
Origin: Persian
Meaning: Follower of Marduk, Warrior and Little Man
Gender: Male
Origin and Meaning: Mordechai is a Hebrew and Jewish name meaning "Warrior". It is also a Persian name meaning "Follower of Marduk, Warrior and Little Man".
Etymology: The name Mordechai is derived from the Persian word "Marduka", which means "follower of Marduk". Marduk was a Babylonian god associated with war and power.
Derived: The name Mordechai has been used as a given name for centuries, and is used in many different cultures and languages.
History of name: Mordechai is a biblical name, mentioned in the Book of Esther as the cousin and foster father of Queen Esther of Persia. He was also a hero in the Purim story, a celebration of the Jews' deliverance from extermination in ancient Persia.
Style of the name: Mordechai is a classic and traditional name that has a strong and bold sound. It is a name that has been used for centuries and is still popular today.
Symbolism of the name: The name Mordechai symbolizes strength, courage, and determination. It is a name that is associated with bravery and leadership.
Pronunciation
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IPA: /mˈɔː͡ɹdɪt͡ʃˌa͡ɪ/
Syllables: morde-chai
Mordechai's luck prospects
Destiny | Good | ★★★★ |
Friendship | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
Love | Good | ★★★★ |
Family | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
Money | Good | ★★★★ |
Health | Poor | ★★ |
Personality traits of name Mordechai
- Charismatic
- Enthusiastic
- Peaceful
- Logical
- Risk-taker
- Quarrelsome
- Jealous
Common Nicknames
Common Nicknames for Mordechai include:
- Morty
- Motty
- Mordy
- Mor
- Moe
- Morey
- Mordo
- Motti
- Morde
- Mokey
Name popularity
In the United States, the name Mordechai is not a very common name.
Famous people named Mordechai
- Mordechai Ben David, American Hasidic singer and songwriter
- Mordechai Eliyahu, Israeli rabbi and former Sephardi Chief Rabbi of Israel
- Mordechai Gur, Israeli general and politician
- Mordechai Frizis, Greek military officer and resistance leader
- Mordechai Kaplan, American Conservative rabbi and philosopher
Name Variations
Variations of name Mordechai in English:
- Mordechai
- Mordy
- Mordecai
- Mordecah
- Mordeka
Variations of name Mordechai in different languages:
- Modrzej (Polish)
- Mordechai (Hebrew)
- Mordkhai (Yiddish)
- Modrík (Slovak)
- Modrice (Czech)
Similar Names
- Morris
- Moritz
- Mordy
- Mordecai
- Mordka
Anagrams
- Hamedcori
- Dormiceha
An anagram is a word formed by rearranging the letters of another word.
Rhyming Names
- Rai
- Kai
- Tai
- Mai
- Nay
- Jay
- Ray
- Fay
- Hay
- Pay
Diminutives Names
A diminutive is a name that sounds similar to Mordechai but is shorter.
- Morty
- Motty
- Mordy
- Mor
- Moe
Sibling Names
Sisters: Rachel, Sarah, Leah, Miriam, Hannah.
Brothers: Isaac, Benjamin, Samuel, Joel, Joseph.
Astrology of name Mordechai
Zodiac sign: Gemini
Element: Air
Ruling planet: Mercury
Lucky metal: Pewter
Lucky gemstones: | Color Change Fluorite |
Lucky colors: | Coffee Ruby |
Totem pet: Hedgehog
Totem animal: Hedgehog
Totem plant: Peony
Totem tree: Mango
Lucky weekday: Saturday
Favorable month: April
Lucky numbers: 4, 5, 33
Lucky days of the month: 4, 13, 15
Unlucky number: 26
Hobbies: mountaineering, knitting, card games
Careers: Engineering, Law Enforcement, Entertainment
Health issues: Reproductive organs will get affected
Letters count: 9
Numerology of name Mordechai
Name popularity
Male
Raw data
Year | Rank | Births |
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1970 | 645 | 21 |
1971 | 639 | 26 |
1972 | 648 | 22 |
1973 | 625 | 28 |
1975 | 640 | 32 |
1976 | 630 | 32 |
1977 | 635 | 37 |
1978 | 638 | 47 |
1979 | 646 | 41 |
1980 | 657 | 34 |
1981 | 641 | 49 |
1982 | 656 | 44 |
1983 | 639 | 57 |
1984 | 657 | 40 |
1985 | 647 | 50 |
1986 | 654 | 50 |
1987 | 669 | 48 |
1988 | 663 | 68 |
1989 | 680 | 73 |
1990 | 721 | 62 |
1991 | 689 | 75 |
1992 | 697 | 86 |
1993 | 709 | 62 |
1994 | 681 | 96 |
1995 | 713 | 88 |
1996 | 688 | 89 |
1997 | 678 | 114 |
1998 | 689 | 111 |
1999 | 707 | 106 |
2000 | 698 | 116 |
2001 | 697 | 129 |
2002 | 695 | 124 |
2003 | 662 | 169 |
2004 | 697 | 153 |
2005 | 733 | 146 |
2006 | 749 | 136 |
2007 | 747 | 148 |
2008 | 770 | 146 |
2009 | 734 | 165 |
2010 | 727 | 162 |
2011 | 700 | 183 |
2012 | 700 | 200 |
2013 | 693 | 197 |
2014 | 736 | 184 |
2015 | 732 | 175 |
2016 | 742 | 184 |
2017 | 706 | 203 |
2018 | 612 | 313 |
2019 | 629 | 294 |
2020 | 675 | 257 |
2021 | 722 | 218 |
Name Mordechai in sign language
Mordechai's name color
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