Chord
Pronunciation: [ k-AWRD ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Chord first appeared in US Social Security records in 1991.
Over 72 babies have been named Chord in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Chord is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,472 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #14,472
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Chord
Chord is a boy name .
Chord is currently ranked #14,472 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Chord include Cho, Chy, Chie, and Chokins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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