Holding steady.
Popularity of Cordarious since 1987
Babies named Cordarious per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 78 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cordarious is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1987. This name likely emerged as a creative spin on existing names, combining a root such as Cord- (from names like Cordell) with the popular suffix -arius, which was fashionable in African American naming practices in the late 20th century. It reached its peak usage in 1990, but even then it remained outside the top 1000 rankings. Over the decades since, its trajectory has been stable, with consistently low frequency. No top states are associated with Cordarious, reflecting its rarity across the country. Because the name lacks historical or etymological depth, its appeal lies in its distinctive, modern sound rather than any inherited meaning. Parents choosing Cordarious today are likely drawn to its uniqueness and the flexibility it offers for nicknames like Cord or Cory.
Cordarious is a modern invented name that appears to be a creative elaboration of the root "Cord-" (possibly influenced by names like Cordell or Corey) combined with the fashionable suffix "-arius." It emerged in the United States in the late 1980s, first recorded in 1987, and saw modest use through the following decades. The name does not have a traditional etymology or historical usage outside of recent American naming practices.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cord, Cory
Sibling names for Cordarious
Names that share Cordarious's style, for a brother or sister.

