KORDA
Korda
Korda is a British surname of Hungarian origin, derived from the Hungarian word "korda," meaning 'mule.' The surname may have been used as an occupational name for someone who bred or worked with mules.
One prominent bearer of the surname is Sir Alexander Korda (1893–1956), a highly acclaimed Hungarian-born film producer and director who made significant contributions to the British and international film industry. Korda was a leading figure during the Golden Age of British cinema and is known for producing classic films such as "The Private Life of Henry VIII" (1933), for which Charles Laughton won an Academy Award for Best Actor.
The Korda family is associated with notable achievements in the fields of art, film, and media. Their legacy continues to be celebrated in the cultural history of Britain and beyond.
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There are approximately 111 people named Korda in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Korda.
Famous people named Korda
- Alexander Korda - Hungarian-born British film producer and director (1893 to 1956)
- Michael Korda - Writer
- Vincent Korda - Art director (1897 to 1979)
- Zoltan Korda - Film director, film producer (1895 to 1961)
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