Cornelius
Cornelius: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /kɔɹˈniliəs/ · /kɔːˈniːlɪəs/
Meaning and origin of Cornelius
- A male given name from Latin.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin Cornēlius.
How popular is Cornelius?
Since 1880, 642 girls and 36,407 boys in the U.S. have been named Cornelius (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1058 in 1888. Its highest rank for boys was #130 in 1882. In 2025, 82 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Cornelius FAQ
What does the name Cornelius mean?
A male given name from Latin. Borrowed from Latin Cornēlius.
What is the origin of the name Cornelius?
Cornelius is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Cornelius?
Since 1880, 642 girls and 36,407 boys in the U.S. have been named Cornelius (2% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1058 in 1888. Its highest rank for boys was #130 in 1882. In 2025, 82 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Cornelius a boy or girl name?
Cornelius is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 642 girls and 36,407 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.