Cordes
Pronunciation: [ k-AWRDZ ]
Cordes is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,897 in the US, popular nicknames include Cor, Coy, and Corie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,897
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Cordes
Cordes is a boy name .
Cordes is currently ranked #38,897 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cordes include Cor, Coy, Corie, and Cordie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cordes include Cordell . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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