Cornelius: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A horn-bearing child with strength and dignity.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 4
- Current rank
- #1523
- Peak
- #130 in 1882
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Cornelius Means
Cornelius is a boy name of English origin. A horn-bearing child with strength and dignity.
How Popular Cornelius Is
Cornelius currently ranks #1523 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #130 in 1882. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Cornelius
- Cornelius peaked at #130 in the U.S. in 1882.
- Cornelius is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It carries royal connotations and regal history.
Names Like Cornelius
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Cornelius
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Cornelius.
Questions About Cornelius
What does Cornelius mean?
Cornelius is a boy name of English origin. A horn-bearing child with strength and dignity.
How popular is Cornelius?
Cornelius currently ranks #1523 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #130 in 1882. It has held steady.
Where does Cornelius come from?
Cornelius comes from English roots. Cornelius peaked at #130 in the U.S. in 1882.
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