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Cornell
horn shaped land
About Cornell
Cornell projects scholarly sophistication and refined character, a name associated with academic excellence and intellectual pursuit. Its collegiate associations bring immediate gravitas, suggesting someone destined for achievement and distinction. The name carries both strength and elegance, balancing assertive consonants with smooth flow.
Cornell works exceptionally well in professional contexts, providing instant credibility and memorability. Yet it's not so formal that it feels distant—the name maintains warmth and accessibility despite its prestigious air.
The double consonant structure creates visual and phonetic interest, making Cornell distinctive without being difficult. It honors tradition while avoiding stuffiness, walking that perfect line between classic and contemporary. For parents envisioning their son in leadership roles or academic settings, Cornell provides an excellent foundation while remaining versatile enough for any path he might choose.
Popularity of the Name Cornell
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1890 | #914 |
| 1908 | #963 |
| 1909 | #963 |
| 1910 | #827 |
| 1911 | #993 |
| 1912 | #943 |
| 1917 | #922 |
| 1919 | #909 |
| 1923 | #982 |
| 1925 | #985 |
| 1927 | #966 |
| 1931 | #831 |
| 1932 | #903 |
| 1933 | #788 |
| 1934 | #862 |
| 1935 | #923 |
| 1936 | #883 |
| 1937 | #848 |
| 1938 | #820 |
| 1939 | #846 |
| 1940 | #883 |
| 1941 | #952 |
| 1942 | #821 |
| 1943 | #944 |
| 1944 | #776 |
| 1945 | #720 |
| 1946 | #563 |
| 1947 | #537 |
| 1948 | #480 |
| 1949 | #493 |
| 1950 | #541 |
| 1951 | #489 |
| 1952 | #477 |
| 1953 | #485 |
| 1954 | #504 |
| 1955 | #500 |
| 1956 | #528 |
| 1957 | #511 |
| 1958 | #552 |
| 1959 | #556 |
| 1960 | #648 |
| 1961 | #610 |
| 1962 | #508 |
| 1963 | #610 |
| 1964 | #555 |
| 1965 | #595 |
| 1966 | #572 |
| 1967 | #571 |
| 1968 | #582 |
| 1969 | #592 |
| 1970 | #578 |
| 1971 | #626 |
| 1972 | #662 |
| 1973 | #649 |
| 1974 | #645 |
| 1975 | #708 |
| 1976 | #723 |
| 1977 | #679 |
| 1978 | #737 |
| 1979 | #745 |
| 1980 | #741 |
| 1981 | #796 |
| 1982 | #813 |
| 1983 | #774 |
| 1984 | #827 |
| 1985 | #762 |
| 1986 | #750 |
| 1987 | #764 |
| 1988 | #797 |
| 1989 | #843 |
| 1990 | #959 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Cornell
Names Similar to Cornell
Nicknames for Cornell
- Corn
- Neil
- Nel
- Corny
Famous People Named Cornell
| Cornell West | American philosopher and political activist |
| Cornell Haynes Jr. | Nelly - American rapper |
| Cornell Borchers | German actress |
| Cornell Wilde | Hungarian-American actor and director |
| Cornell MacNeil | American opera singer |
| Cornell Gunter | American singer - The Coasters |
| Cornell Dupree | American jazz and R&B guitarist |
| Cornell Jackson | Former American football player |
| Cornell Mann | American basketball coach |
| Cornell Giles | Former English cricketer |
| Cornell Johnston | Australian rules footballer |
| Cornell Stevens | Dutch soccer player |
| Cornell Brown | Former Canadian football player |
| Cornell Glen | Trinidadian soccer player |
| Cornell Green | English snooker player |
| Cornell Johnson | American basketball player |
| Cornell Warner | West Indian cricketer |
| Cornell Moore | American sprinter |
| Cornell Beckles | British bodybuilder |
Characters Named Cornell
| Cornell Scoville | Character in the novel "Cornell Scoville" by Anna Katharine Green |
| Cornell Clayton | Character in the TV series "The West Wing" |
| Cornell Stokes | Cottonmouth - Marvel Comics character |
| Cornell Collins | Character in the TV show "CSI - NY" |
| Cornell Romano | Character in the film "Road Trip" |
| Cornell Hackney | Character in the novel "The Forgotten Liars" by Agatha Christie |
| Cornell Skinner | Character in the video game "Dead Rising" |
| Cornell Abrams | Character in the film "The Pelican Brief" |
| Cornell "Doc" Singleton | Character in the TV series "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Cornell Tyree | Character in the TV series "The Wire" |
| Cornellius Carradine | Character in the TV series "Everybody Hates Chris" |
| Cornell Cottonmouth | Character in the TV series "Luke Cage" |
| Cornell Fort | Character in the film "The Distinguished Gentleman" |
| Cornell "Nails" Olsen | Character in the video game "Fallout 3" |
| Cornellius Fudge | Character in the "Harry Potter" series by J.K. Rowling |
| Cornell Swan | Character in the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Cornell Kershaw | Character in the TV series "Law & Order" |
| Cornell Cobb | Character in the film "Dead Man Walking" |
| Cornell Spreewell | Character in the TV series "South Park" |
| Cornell Stone | Character in the film "Internal Affairs" |