About Cord
The surname Cord is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kord," meaning "cord" or "rope." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who made or worked with cords or ropes. The name may have been given to individuals who were involved in the production or sale of cords, or who had a physical characteristic resembling a cord or rope. Over time, the surname Cord has been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
The surname Cord is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cord based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Cord in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Cord using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.