Cordero
kor-DEH-ro
Cordero is a boy’s name of Spanish origin, meaning “Cordero is a Spanish surname and given name meaning "lamb". It symbolizes innocence and gentleness.”. It currently ranks #6219 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1987.
What Cordero Means
“Cordero is a Spanish surname and given name meaning "lamb". It symbolizes innocence and gentleness.”
The Story of Cordero
This Spanish name, meaning 'lamb,' carries a gentle innocence and a peaceful spirit that feels divinely chosen for your son.
Cordero is a Spanish surname and given name directly translating to 'lamb.' This imagery evokes profound symbolism of innocence, gentleness, and peace. Its use as a given name, while less common than many, emerged notably in the late 20th century, with a brief peak in the late 1980s, suggesting a moment when its tender meaning resonated strongly.
To say 'Cordero' is to summon a feeling of quiet tenderness and pure innocence. When you write this name on your son's first blanket, it feels like bestowing a blessing of peace. This is a name for a child whose gentle nature will bring serenity to your home and whose presence is a calming balm.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#349 in 1987
Total Births
1,804
First Recorded
1986
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