Cord maker or rope maker
Derived from the Middle English and Old French word 'corde', this name originally served as an occupational surname for someone who manufactured or sold cords and ropes. It is a variant of the surname Cordell, which gained some popularity as a given name in the United States during the late 20th century.
Less common today
Kordell isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #841 in 1998.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former NFL quarterback known as 'Slash'
Professional football defensive back
