Chord
boy nameChord entered the US charts in 1991, peaked at #6306 in 2012, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1991–2025
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rank today
#6306
peak (2012)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7271 |
| 2010s | #8916 |
| 2020s | #9714 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Chord are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Chord is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Chord in 2025?
- Chord is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Chord most popular?
- Chord peaked in 2012, reaching #6306 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Chord with classmates?
- Chord will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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