Kordell
Kordell is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Maker or seller of cord or rope.
Origin and history
Kordell is an English given name derived from an occupational surname meaning cord maker or weaver. It gained modest popularity in the United States in the late 1990s, influenced by famous sports figures. Today, it remains a rare but distinct choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,767 babies in the United States have been named Kordell since 1880. It ranks #3036 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1731.
States where it is most popular
- TX (16.1 %)
- PA (12.4 %)
- CA (10.9 %)
- OH (8.4 %)
- NY (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 47 |
| 1990-2000 | 640 |
| 2000-2010 | 497 |
| 2010-2019 | 377 |
| 2020-2029 | 196 |
Famous people named Kordell
- Kordell Stewart: NFL player, Sports broadcaster
Fun facts
- The name originally stems from Old French 'corde', referring to an artisan who produced string, rope, or woven cords.
- Kordell saw its highest U.S. popularity in 1997, coinciding with the rise of NFL quarterback Kordell Stewart.