Cornelia
Cornelia: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /kɔɹˈniliə/ · /kɔːˈniːlɪə/
Meaning and origin of Cornelia
- A female given name from Latin in quiet use since the 18th century.
Etymology
From Latin Cornēlia, name of a famous Roman matron, feminine form of the gens name Cornelius; in continental Europe, also a feminine form of the saint's name Cornelius.
How popular is Cornelia?
Since 1880, 22,076 girls and 26 boys in the U.S. have been named Cornelia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #147 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #3028 in 1934. In 2025, 51 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Cornelia
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Cornelia FAQ
What does the name Cornelia mean?
A female given name from Latin in quiet use since the 18th century. From Latin Cornēlia, name of a famous Roman matron, feminine form of the gens name Cornelius; in continental Europe, also a feminine form of the saint's name Cornelius.
What is the origin of the name Cornelia?
Cornelia is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Cornelia?
Since 1880, 22,076 girls and 26 boys in the U.S. have been named Cornelia (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #147 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #3028 in 1934. In 2025, 51 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Cornelia a boy or girl name?
Cornelia is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 22,076 girls and 26 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.