Mordecai

Warrior, servant of Marduk

GenderBoyOriginHebrewSay itMOR-duh-kyePopularityUncommon
Pronounced MOR-duh-kye

About the name Mordecai

Mordecai was the wise cousin and guardian of Queen Esther, playing a key role in saving the Jewish people. The name has a distinguished, storied character.

Wise and protective, someone who looks out fiercely for those he loves.

Fun fact

Mordecai's story is central to the Jewish holiday of Purim, celebrating deliverance from persecution.

Nicknames for Mordecai

MordyMort

Variations

MordechaiMordyMordke

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