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Cordel
How to Pronounce Cordel
Pronounced kor-DEL /kษrหdษl/Medium
Meaning: Cordel is a single-l form of Cordell, an English occupational surname from Old French corde, denoting a maker or seller of cord or rope. As a first name it carries a smooth, dignified sound.Low
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History & Origin
Cordel is a variant of Cordell, an English surname derived from the Old French corde, 'cord' or 'rope', marking an ancestor who made or sold it. Adopted as a first name in American families, it has the same polished ring as Cordell with a lighter spelling.
It has never been common, cresting quietly around 1997. The fuller Cordell spelling remains more familiar, and Cordel stays an uncommon, understated choice.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Cordel mean?
Cordel is a form of Cordell, an English surname meaning 'maker or seller of cord'.
How do you pronounce Cordel?
It's said kor-DEL /kษrหdษl/ โ two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Cordel a boy or girl name?
Cordel is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Cordel?
Cordel is a rare form of Cordell in the U.S., most common in the late twentieth century.