Jordà

Jordà is a Catalan surname and toponym. In Catalan onomastics, Jordà is typically derived from Jordi, the Catalan form of the given name George, and is used in patronymic or toponymic contexts. The orthography with the grave accent on the final syllable reflects Catalan pronunciation, with Jordà commonly pronounced roughly as "zhord-À."

Etymology and forms. The name represents a historical linkage to a person named Jordi, often indicating descent or association with a family or place tied to that given name. The suffix and diacritic are characteristic of several Catalan surname and place-name variants.

Distribution and usage. Jordà is most common in Catalonia and among Catalan-speaking communities, including parts of the Balearic Islands, Valencia, and Andorra. It also occurs within Catalan diaspora populations around the world. Beyond family-name usage, Jordà appears in toponymy, reflecting historical ownership, settlement, or affiliation with a family named Jordi in a given locality. In contemporary use, the surname is carried by diverse individuals in fields such as sports, academia, and the arts.

Cultural and linguistic notes. As with other Catalan surnames derived from given names, Jordà illustrates the region’s naming traditions that connect personal identity to historical lineage and place. It is related to the given name Jordi and to other phonetic variants found within Catalan-speaking areas.

See also. Jordi, Jordà (disambiguation). Further information may be found in studies of Catalan onomastics and regional toponymy.