Cornelius name meaning

By Nishant Saini

Updated: May 30th, 2024

Gender: Boy

Origin: Latin

Usage: English, German, Dutch, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian

Pronunciation: pronunciation of Cornelius

c(o)-rne-lius

Meaning: Horned and Strong Willed

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What does Cornelius mean?
Variations of Cornelius
How popular is Cornelius?
Popularity Chart
Similar Names to Cornelius
Sibling Names for Cornelius
Famous People Named Cornelius
Lists having Cornelius

What does Cornelius mean?

Meaning of Cornelius is Raven or Strong Willed used for both sexes has its origin in Latin is used principally in Swedish, Finnish, Dutch, German, Danish, English and Norwegian. Cornelius is a derivative of Corneille.

Corneille is a variant form of noteworthy and ever lasting Cornell. Noteworthy and Ever lasting Corneille's origin is Old French and Latin, meaning of Corneille is "Raven and Horn" is used in French.

It is celebrated on September 16th.

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How do I pronounce Cornelius?

The two syllabled name Cornelius is commonly pronounced as c(o)-rne-lius. cor-nelius is the different way(s) to pronounce the name.

Variants of Cornelius

Canny, Cornelio, Cornell, Corneil, Cornel

Names that rhyme with Cornelius

How popular is the name Cornelius?

In United States, Cornelius was once a common name since emerging in 1880 it has been given to over 36403 babies. At the peak of its usage in 1882,. However after 220 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts.

Moreover, the moniker has been to Also, A common name in Ireland having over 2587 recievers in 52 years of usage. Currently the name is rising, in 1964, the moniker grabbed the 39th spot and 161 baby boys were given the name.

Cornelius is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, even after 23 years of use, it could not make it big. Over 160 babies in England and Wales have been named Cornelius.

It also recently appeared in France baby boy names chart. But Cornelius is a popular baby name in South Africa where every 1 in 2000 have the name as well as in, Kenya and Nigeria.

At least, 130000 people globally have been given the name as per our findings.

Year	Boys		Girls
Year	Rank	Births	Rank	Births
2023	1889	83	0	0
2022	1766	93	0	0
2021	1855	82	0	0
2020	1514	110	0	0
2019	1559	107	0	0
2018	1701	92	0	0
2017	1538	106	0	0
2016	1233	151	0	0
2015	1195	154	0	0
2014	1204	152	0	0

View more ▾View full list ▾^{[1] Source: Social Security Administration}

Facts

Cornelius in Nordic countries

Countries	Men		Women
Countries	First Name	Secondary Name	First Name	Secondary Name
	4770	15826	5	217
	0	85	10	0
	198	423	5	0
	299	372	5	0
	704	0	5	0

What numbers say about Cornelius?

You are easily adaptable to changes and used to take the high road to success. You don't have time for people who don't have time for themselves. You are also a great storyteller and always share the best experiences. Once you overcome an obstacle, you feel invincible and it boosts your self-confidence. Challenges don't scare you but on the contrary, they make you feel alive. You are a lone wolf who can survive on his own because of his skills, highly developed sense of intuition, and the ability to provide for himself.

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Tiann - Curious girl name Tiann is originated from Indoeuropean and Latin, Tiann means "People of a Different Speech". Tiann is derived from Cherokee.
Zeina - Unusual Zeina substantially is used in Arabic, meaning of Zeina is "Beautiful, Beautiful or Parried or Leader" which came from Old Greek and African-Nsenga is bestowed upon girls
Viktorian - Viktorian's meaning is Victor is originated from Latin and is used particulary in German is used for baby boys

Sibling Names for Cornelius

If you're considering the name Cornelius for your baby, you may also want to find names that complement it well. Here's a list of sibling names that go perfectly with this classic and strong name. Whether you're looking for something traditional or unique, there's sure to be a name on this list that fits your style.

Sister for Cornelius

Names for Cornelius's brother

Famous people named Cornelius

Cornelius Jansen, Dutch Catholic bishop of Ypres
Cornelius Cardew, He later rejected experimental music
Cornelius Ryan, Irish journalist and author mainly
Cornelius Nepos, Roman biographer
Cornelius the First, black rhinoceros at the Granby Zoo
Cornelius Harnett, American merchant, farmer, and statesman
Cornelius Vermuyden, {{cite book
Cornelius Gallus, Roman poet, orator and politician
Cornelius of Petra, senior bishop of the Eastern Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem
Cornelius White, former Arena Football League wide receiver/linebacker
Cornelius Plantinga, Cornelius "Neal" Plantinga, Jr
Cornelius van Bynkershoek, Dutch jurist and legal theorist
Cornelius Holland,

Cornelius Varley, English water-colour painter
Cornelius Donahue, American cattle rustler
Cornelius the Centurion, Roman centurion
Cornelius Johnson, American athlete in the high jump
Cornelius de Pauw, Dutch philosopher
Cornelius C. Schoonmaker, United States Representative from New York
Cornelius Hardy, convict transported to Western Australia
Cornelius Holmboe, Norwegian politician for the Labour Party
Cornelius Middelthon, Norwegian Minister of Labour 1920-1921 and 1923-1924
Cornelius C. Duson, legendary Louisiana lawman
Cornelius Clarkson Vermeule III, American scholar of ancient art and curator of classical art at the Museum of Fine Arts
Cornelius Willemse, New York City policeman and detective

Cornelius Alfred Moloney, British colonial administrator
Cornelius Cure, English-born sculptor of Dutch parentage
Cornelius Lucey, Roman Catholic Bishop of Cork and Ross
Cornelius O'Brien, Canadian Roman Catholic priest, archbishop
Cornelius Scranton Bushnell, American railroad executive and shipbuilder
Cornelius Magrath, Irish giant born in Tipperary
Cornelius Chirchir, Kenyan runner who specializes in the 1500 metres
Cornelius Darragh, Pennsylvania lawyer and politician
Cornelius Warren, United States Representative from New York
Cornelius Heeney, IAmerican merchant and politician
Cornelius Essex, English buccaneer
Cornelius Homan, Conservative Party politician
Cornelius Mathews, American writer, best

Cornelius Lysaght,
Cornelius Cosgrove, archaeologist trained
Cornelius a Lapide, Rev
Cornelius Jansen, Catholic exegete and the first bishop of Ghent
Cornelius Leary, American politician from Maryland
Cornelius Amory Pugsley, Cornelius Amory Pugsley Sr
Cornelius Holland, United States Representative from Maine
Cornelius Canis, Franco-Flemish composer, singer
Cornelius Karlstrøm, Norwegian politician for the Labour Party
Cornelius Loos, Roman Catholic priest, theologian
Cornelius Lanczos, Hungarian mathematician and physicist of Jewish heritage
Cornelius Richard Anton van Bommel, Dutch Bishop of Liège, Belgium
Cornelius Vanderbilt, American business magnate and philanthropist

Cornelius Cole, American politician

Sources

Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
Central Statistics Office - An Phríomh-Oifig Staidrimh, https://visual.cso.ie/?body=entity/babynames
Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004

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