Mordecai
Boy · Hebrew / Biblical
mordecai · 3 beats
Meaning
Warrior; Esther's wise uncle who saved his people through quiet courage.
The vibe
Mordecai is leather-bound Talmud and lamplight. Vintage and academic, he is the name of someone whose mind is its own gentle revolution — thoughtful, brave, beautifully sincere.
Quick questions
Is Mordecai a boy's or a girl's name?
Mordecai is a boy's name of Hebrew / Biblical origin.
What is a good nickname for Mordecai?
Mord is the natural nickname for Mordecai.
How popular is Mordecai?
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