Cordell

Cordell is an English surname that has been adopted as a given name in more recent times. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English words "cor" meaning "hill" or "valley" and "dell" meaning "deep valley".

The combination of these words suggests that the name Cordell may originally have referred to someone who lived near a deep hill or valley.

As a surname, Cordell has been in use since the 13th century, with early recordings of the name found in various parts of England.

When used as a first name, Cordell maintains its connection to its English heritage, although its meaning as a descriptive place name may not be as well-known or significant to modern parents choosing the name.