Cord
Meaning
"rope maker, bold counselor"
Origin: English/German
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #5,231
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Syllables
- 1
- Formality
- Moderate
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"rope maker, bold counselor"
Origin: English/German
"strong-willed warrior"
Origin: Irish
Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #5231 for Cord.
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Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Cord at #5231 in the United States.
Cord means "rope maker, bold counselor" (English/German origin). Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin).
Cord is primarily a boy name. Liam is primarily a boy name.