Find out how popular the last name Cordera is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Cordera.

Cordera, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Cordera surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cordera in America

Cordera is the 122314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cordera surname appeared 141 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Cordera.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cordera to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Cordera

The surname Cordera is of Italian origin, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Italy, particularly in areas around the cities of Turin and Cuneo.

The name Cordera is derived from the Italian word "cordera," which translates to "sheepfold" or "pen for sheep." This suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname, referring to individuals who were involved in the keeping or herding of sheep.

Historical records indicate that the surname Cordera can be traced back to the 13th century. One of the earliest documented instances of the name appears in a manuscript dated 1274, which mentions a certain Guglielmo Cordera, a landowner from the town of Bra in the province of Cuneo.

In the 14th century, the Cordera family gained prominence in the region of Piedmont, with several members holding influential positions in local governments and the clergy. One notable figure was Pietro Cordera, who served as the Bishop of Asti from 1380 to 1395.

The name Cordera has also been linked to various place names within Italy. For instance, there is a village called Cordera di Saltrio in the province of Varese, which may have derived its name from the surname or vice versa.

Throughout history, several individuals with the surname Cordera have left their mark in various fields:

1. Gian Domenico Cordera (1676-1746), an Italian painter and engraver known for his religious works and etchings.
2. Carlo Cordera (1804-1880), an Italian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Sardinian Parliament.
3. Michele Cordera (1876-1957), an Italian sculptor and medalist known for his portrait busts and commemorative medals.
4. Ernesto Cordera (1890-1967), an Italian opera singer and tenor who performed at major opera houses across Europe.
5. Mario Cordera (1920-2003), an Italian writer and journalist who specialized in crime fiction and investigative reporting.

While the surname Cordera is not among the most common Italian surnames, it has a rich history and can be traced back to the medieval era, reflecting the occupational and geographical origins of its bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cordera

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Cordera.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Cordera was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Cordera has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Cordera was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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