What origin is the name Mordechai?

Mordechai comes from Hebrew naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same hebrew tradition pair naturally with Mordechai — for example Isabella, Abigail, Elizabeth. You can browse more on our hebrew names page.

Mordechai

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Mordechai

Mordechai

Boy

Hebrew & Biblical

3 syllables

Mordechai is a Hebrew boy's name meaning "Warrior.".

Parents who choose Mordechai pick a boy name from the Hebrew tradition, meaning "Warrior.". At 9 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Hebrew & Biblical
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Warrior.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Mordechai

What does Mordechai mean?

Mordechai is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Warrior.".

How popular is Mordechai?

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