Cordell vs Ames

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cordell

Boy #2,141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rope maker, cord seller"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Cordell Rank #2,141

Ames Rank #2,018

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2141 for Cordell.

Is Cordell or Ames more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Cordell at #2141 in the United States.

What do Cordell and Ames mean?

Cordell means "rope maker, cord seller" (Old French origin). Ames means "friend" (Old French origin).

Are Cordell and Ames boy or girl names?

Cordell is primarily a boy name. Ames is primarily a boy name.