Kordae
Gentle
American origin · Boy name
97% boys3% girls
#5364US 2023
18Births / yr
Rising
194All-time births
📅 Since 200600

What does Kordae mean and where does it come from?

Kordae is a modern name, primarily found in the United States. It has grown in popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and usage in African-American communities. The name has no historical roots in classical literature or ancient cultures, but its soft pronunciation and rhythmic structure

Cultural significance
Kordae has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gentle.
Peak popularity
Reached #3281 in 2008 — currently #5364 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Kordae?

Kordae works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kordae Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Kordae Rose
Floral · soft ending
Kordae Mae
Sweet · timeless
Kordae Claire
French influence · crisp
Kordae Jane
Literary · strong
Kordae Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Kordae right now?

Rising fast — up 2705 spots — currently #5364 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20102023#5364 · Top 4.0%
2010
2015
2020
2021
2022
2023
YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#536418▲ up 2705 · +80% births
2022#806910▼ down 1870 · -29% births
2021#619914▲ up 700 · +17% births
2020#689912▲ up 1041 · +20% births
2015#794010▼ down 3097 · -50% births
2010#484320

The story of Kordae

Kordae is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2006. With 194 total births recorded, Kordae remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4843 in 2010, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5364 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kordae in 2008:

Kordae by decade

Kordae peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

DecadeBirths
2000s85
2010s97
2020s12
💎Kordae has only 194 total recorded births since 2006 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kordae?

Common
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Common questions about the name Kordae

What does the name Kordae mean?
Kordae means "Gentle" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Kordae?
Kordae is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kordae have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Kordae?
Kordae originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Kordae sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Kordae flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Kordae ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Kordae trending right now?
Kordae is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.