Declining since 2009, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Corde since 1987
Babies named Corde per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 57 |
| 2000s | 359 |
| 2010s | 173 |
| 2020s | 18 |
Meaning & origin
Corde is a rare and unconventional name in the United States, first appearing on the Social Security Administration's records in 1987. It peaked in popularity in 2008 but has since been declining; by 2025, it ranked 12,008th with a frequency of about 1 in 341,615 male births. The name is rarely used and has never been recorded in any top states, remaining a distinctive choice for parents seeking a short, modern-sounding option. Its meaning remains elusive, possibly as a variant of Cord or as a simple modern invention.
Corde is a rare given name of unclear derivation. It may be a variant of the English name Cord, which itself is a short form of names like Cordell or a transferred use of the surname meaning 'rope maker' (from Old French corde). Alternatively, it could be a modern invented name. Since its first recorded usage in 1987, Corde has remained uncommon, never entering widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Corde
Names that share Corde's style, for a brother or sister.
