Cordero Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cordero is a Spanish name meaning 'lamb', derived from the Latin 'cordarius'. The name has evolved from Latin to Old Spanish, maintaining its original meaning. It is associated with gentleness and innocence, and has gained popularity in Spanish-speaking cultures in the 20th century. There are variants such as Corder and Cord, and it is often seen positively in modern contexts.
The name Cordero is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cordero has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Cordero' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1141st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4627th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5900th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24560th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Cordero' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cordero"
Pronunciation
/korˈdeɪroʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name 'Cordero' translates to 'lamb' in Spanish, derived from the Latin 'cordarius', which means 'lamb' or 'young sheep'.
Meaning
lamb
Language Evolution
Latin: cordarius, Old Spanish: cordero
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century, as a surname and a given name.
Variants & Derivatives
Corder, Cord, Cordero Jr.
Modern Popularity & Image
Cordero is perceived as a strong yet gentle name, often associated with pastoral imagery and innocence.
Famous People
Cordero Rodríguez, a notable Spanish footballer., Cordero de Dios, a well-known figure in religious texts.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cordero"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cordero"
"Cordero" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1141st of 16616 | 1,326 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4627th of 24088 | 291 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5900th of 23106 | 178 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24560th of 27321 | 9 |
Regional Popularity of "Cordero" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.12% 852nd/3685 |
32.13% 1438th/4475 |
16.87% 876th/5194 |
28.53% 1802nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
- |
48.13% 3520th/7313 |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
69.30% 2761st/3984 |
- |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Cordero" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cordero"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cordero" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.