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

Cordice, 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 Cordice surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cordice in America

Cordice is the 126018th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cordice surname appeared 136 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 Cordice.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cordice 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 Cordice

The surname Cordice has its origins in the northern regions of England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire. It is believed to have emerged in the 13th century, derived from the Old English word "cord," meaning a cord or rope, and the suffix "-ice," indicating a diminutive or small form. This suggests that the name may have referred to someone involved in the trade or production of cords or ropes.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Subsidy Rolls of Yorkshire from 1297, where it appears as "Cordyce." This document was a taxation record, indicating that individuals bearing this surname were present in the region during that time period. Over the centuries, the name underwent various spellings, such as Cordis, Cordyce, and Cordisse, before eventually settling on its current form, Cordice.

The name Cordice has been linked to several notable individuals throughout history. In the 16th century, a man named John Cordice (1523-1588) gained recognition as a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of York. His successful business dealings allowed him to acquire substantial property holdings, solidifying the family's presence in the region.

Another notable figure bearing this surname was Sir Thomas Cordice (1647-1721), a military officer who served with distinction during the reign of King William III. He participated in several campaigns against the French and was knighted for his bravery on the battlefield.

In the realm of literature, the name Cordice is associated with the poet and playwright Elizabeth Cordice (1781-1854). Born in Lancashire, her works were celebrated for their vivid descriptions of the English countryside and captured the essence of rural life during her era.

The village of Cordice, located in North Yorkshire, is believed to have derived its name from the surname itself, further solidifying the historical connection between the name and the region.

It is worth noting that the surname Cordice has maintained a relatively small presence throughout history, with scattered occurrences across various records and documents. However, its enduring legacy can be traced through the lives and achievements of those who bore this distinctive name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cordice

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

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 Cordice 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 Cordice 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 Cordice was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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