Cordae, pronounced as kor-day, is of African origin and means "song or poetry." This name has gained popularity recently due to its unique sound and cultural significance. It consists of two parts: 'Cor,' which means heart in Latin, and 'dae,' which signifies god in Gaelic. Thus, Cordae symbolically signifies a heart dedicated to the gods or divine inspiration through art, particularly music or poetry. The name has been used historically among African Americans as an alternative to traditional names like Cordell or Cortez. It is often associated with hip-hop artist and activist, Cordae Dunston, who goes by the stage name 'YBN Cordae.' However, it is important to note that this name can be given independently of any celebrity association and holds its own cultural and artistic significance.
The name Cordae experienced a significant peak in popularity between 2006 and 2009, with a notable decline thereafter until recent years when it started to show a slight increase again.