Cordel
Boy nameCordel has been given to 440 babies in the U.S. since 1982. It peaked in 1997.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
440
Peak year
1997 (37 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1982
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Cordel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Cordel.
Sibling name ideas for Cordel
Same era and popularity as Cordel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Cordel?
Cordel has been given to 440 babies in the U.S. since 1982. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Cordel peak?
Cordel peaked in 1997, when 37 babies were given the name.
Is Cordel a girl or boy name?
Cordel is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Cordel are boys).
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