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Ord

ord /ɔrd/

At a glance

In short
Ord is a unique and distinctive English name for baby boys, meaning "point" or "tip". With a timeless appeal, it exudes authority and elegance.
U.S. rank 2025
Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1945 (#3,338)
Babies in 1945
5 (<0.01% of boys)
Peak
#3,338 in 1945
First recorded
1924

Meaning of Ord

Ord is a unique and distinctive name, perfect for parents looking for something uncommon yet strong for their baby boy. The name Ord has its origins in the English language and is pronounced as "ord" in both British and American English. It is derived from the Old English word "ord", which means "point" or "tip". The name Ord has a timeless appeal and carries with it a sense of authority and elegance. Although not widely popular, the name has been used consistently over the years, with occurrences recorded since at least 1924 in the United States. With its simplicity and masculine charm, Ord is an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that stands out while still being accessible.

How to pronounce Ord

English

Popularity of Ord in the U.S.

Ord was last recorded in the U.S. in 1945, ranked #3,338 with 5 babies. It first appears in the records in 1924.

Bar and line chart: Ord in the U.S., 1924–1945. Bars: boys given the name each year, most 5 in 1924 and 5 in 1945. Line: rank among boy names, peak #3,338 in 1945.
  • Boys named Ord (left scale)
  • Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
By year, 1924–1945. Source: SSA. Download: PNG · SVG
Year-by-year table, 1924⁠–⁠1945 4 rows
YearBabiesRankvs previous year
194553,338▲ 92
194453,430back
193054,001back
192454,347new

Notable people named Ord

  • Ord Henderson Tidbury was a senior British Army officer awarded the Military Cross.