Cornelia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cornelia is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'horn'. It evolved from the male name Cornelius and has been used since ancient Rome, often associated with nobility. While it has classical roots, it is perceived as elegant and strong in modern contexts, with various notable figures sharing the name.
The name Cornelia is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cornelia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cornelia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6197th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6350th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 303rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 415th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 706th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1368th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5605th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4036th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cornelia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cornelia"
Pronunciation
/kɔːrˈniːliə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Cornelia is derived from the Latin family name 'Cornelius', which is believed to be derived from the Latin word 'cornu', meaning 'horn'. It was traditionally used as a feminine form of the male name Cornelius.
Meaning
horn
Language Evolution
Cornelius, Cornelia
Historical Usage
Cornelia gained popularity in ancient Rome as a name associated with nobility and was borne by several notable women in Roman history. It has been used in various cultures since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Corneille, Nelia, Cora
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Cornelia is seen as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and femininity. It is less common than in previous centuries but retains a timeless charm.
Famous People
Cornelia Funke - German author known for children's literature, Cornelia Parker - British artist and sculptor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cornelia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cornelia"
"Cornelia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6197th of 7545 | 14 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6350th of 6773 | 7 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 303rd of 9107 | 8,186 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 415th of 9204 | 4,947 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 706th of 12526 | 3,554 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1368th of 19264 | 1,264 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2525th of 27321 | 727 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5605th of 35406 | 355 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4036th of 30306 | 440 |
Regional Popularity of "Cornelia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cornelia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
24.15% 342nd/1416 |
22.26% 307th/1379 |
10.90% 258th/2366 |
49.30% 563rd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
34.99% 541st/1546 |
22.49% 350th/1556 |
14.62% 344th/2353 |
46.99% 727th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
39.02% 869th/2227 |
25.68% 624th/2430 |
19.70% 562nd/2853 |
40.29% 1118th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
52.50% 1542nd/2937 |
37.32% 1300th/3483 |
32.01% 1126th/3518 |
52.18% 2110th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
61.39% 2747th/4475 |
47.54% 2469th/5194 |
65.68% 4149th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
78.68% 5754th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
84.49% 3366th/3984 |
82.79% 3715th/4487 |
84.54% 5767th/6822 |
87.41% 5486th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cornelia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cornelia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.