Cordy

Cordy is a surname of English origin, believed to date back to the medieval period. The name is thought to have derived from the Old French word "cord", which means "rope" or "string". It is likely that the surname was initially used to describe someone who made or worked with cords or ropes.

The Cordy surname has been found in various regions of the United Kingdom, including England, Wales, and Scotland. Over time, individuals with the surname Cordy have spread to other English-speaking countries as well, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Notable individuals with the surname Cordy include (but are not limited to) academics, artists, musicians, and professionals in various fields. The name has likely evolved and diversified over the centuries as family lines have branched out and intermixed with other lineages.

Variants of the surname Cordy may include Cordie, Corday, or Cordi. The study of the genealogy of the Cordy surname can provide insights into the migration patterns, occupations, and social history of families bearing this name.

There are approximately 483 people named Cordy in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Cordy.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Brian
  • David
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Kenneth
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Stephen

Female

  • Bridget
  • Caroline
  • Christine
  • Irene
  • Joanna
  • Julie
  • Lisa
  • Lynne
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Paula
  • Sally
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Tracy

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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