Cordea
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the word "cord".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Cordea. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Cordea today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Cordea births was 2009 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Cordea. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Cordea. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2009
5 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2009 SSA rank
#12,850
Tracked since 2009
Popularity
Cordea: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Cordea by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Cordea during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Cordea
The name Cordea is believed to have originated from the Latin word "cordis," meaning "heart." It is a feminine name with roots tracing back to ancient Rome, where it was used to denote strength, courage, and resilience.
The earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in Roman historical texts and inscriptions dating back to the 1st century AD. One notable individual bearing this name was Cordea Vestalis, a Vestal Virgin who served in the Temple of Vesta during the reign of Emperor Titus in the late 1st century.
During the Middle Ages, the name gained popularity among Christian families, particularly in regions of modern-day Italy and Spain. It was often associated with virtues such as compassion and kindness, reflecting the heart's symbolic connection to love and empathy.
In the 13th century, Cordea di Montefalco, an Italian mystic and abbess, was revered for her piety and her ability to perform miracles. Her life and works were documented in various religious texts, further popularizing the name among the faithful.
As the Renaissance period dawned, the name Cordea found its way into the realms of art and literature. One noteworthy figure was Cordea Tornabuoni, an Italian noblewoman and patron of the arts, who commissioned works from renowned artists like Domenico Ghirlandaio and Sandro Botticelli in the late 15th century.
In the 17th century, Cordea Gabrielli, an Italian opera singer and composer, gained fame for her vocal talents and her contributions to the development of early operatic forms. Her performances were celebrated throughout Europe, and her compositions remain part of the classical music canon.
Moving into the 19th century, Cordea Buentello, a Mexican-American activist and educator, played a pivotal role in advocating for women's rights and educational opportunities in Texas. Her efforts paved the way for future generations of women to pursue education and professional careers.
While the name Cordea has remained relatively uncommon in modern times, its rich history and symbolic meaning continue to resonate with those who appreciate its timeless charm and cultural significance.
People
Cordea + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Cordea as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Cordea: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Cordea?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Cordea going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Cordea a common name?
We classify Cordea as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Cordea most popular?
The single biggest year for Cordea was 2009, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Cordea is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Cordea in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Cordea a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Cordea in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Cordea still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Cordea in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Cordea can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Cordea?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.