Heart or cord maker
Cordai is a modern American name likely derived from the Latin 'cor' meaning heart, or as a variant of the French occupational surname Cordier, referring to a maker of cords or ropes. It has gained some use as a rhythmic, contemporary invention blending traditional roots with a stylish suffix.
Less common today
Cordai isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,245 in 2008.
French revolutionary figure known for the assassination of Jean-Paul Marat
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).