Harmonious sound; string of a musical instrument
Derived from the English word for a harmonic set of pitches, it ultimately traces back to the Middle English 'corde' and the Latin 'chorda.' It is a modern vocabulary name that evokes a sense of musicality and creative alignment. The name gained visibility in the early 21st century through pop culture usage.
Less common today
Chord isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,480 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Actor and singer best known for his role on Glee
