| Meaning | horn |
| Origin | Latin, Roman |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Cor-ne-lia |
About Cornelia
Cornelia is a classic and timeless name with a rich history. It exudes elegance and sophistication, making it a beautiful choice for a baby girl.
The name Cornelia carries a sense of strength and virtue, making it suitable for parents who wish to instill noble qualities in their daughter. It has a variety of charming nicknames like Cora and Nellie, providing flexibility for personalization.
Famous historical figures like Cornelia Africana and modern figures like Cornelia Funke showcase the name's versatility and enduring appeal.
If you're seeking a name with a sense of grace and a connection to history, Cornelia is a wonderful choice for your baby girl. It's a name that will stand the test of time, just like the remarkable women who have borne it throughout history.
Names Similar to Cornelia
| Cordelia |
| Caroline |
| Catherine |
| Charlotte |
| Christina |
| Cassandra |
| Camilla |
| Cecilia |
| Clara |
| Clarissa |
Nicknames for Cornelia
| Cori |
| Nelia |
| Nelie |
| Corn |
Famous People Named Cornelia
| Cornelia Africana | Ancient Roman matron and mother of the Gracchi brothers |
| Cornelia Funke | German author known for her young adult fantasy novels |
| Cornelia Wallace | Former First Lady of Alabama and the second wife of Governor George Wallace |
| Cornelia Otis Skinner | American author and actress |
| Cornelia Sorabji | Indian woman who was the first female advocate in India |
| Cornelia Maria Clapp | American marine biologist and educator |
| Cornelia Everett | American astronomer known for her work in variable star research |
| Cornelia Kruyswijk | Dutch actress and singer |
| Cornelia Brandfield-Harvey | South African tennis player |
| Cornelia James | British glovemaker to the royal family |
| Cornelia Rau | Australian woman who was wrongly detained as an illegal immigrant |
| Cornelia Connelly | American founder of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus |
| Cornelia Frances | English-Australian actress |
| Cornelia Guest | American socialite and author |
| Cornelia van Aerssen | Dutch artist |
| Cornelia Adèle Strong Fassett | American landscape artist |
| Cornelia Van Auken Chapin | American artist and illustrator |
| Cornelia Bentley Sage Quinton | American philanthropist and women's rights activist |
| Cornelia Otis Lloyd | American painter and illustrator |
| Cornelia Meigs | American writer of children's literature |
Characters Named Cornelia
| Cornelia Hale | Character in the "W.I.T.C.H" comic series |
| Cornelia Robinson | Character in the novel "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall" by Anne Brontë |
| Cornelia Amiri | Character in the novel "The Celtic Rose" by Anna L. Walls |
| Cornelia Van Gorder | Character in the novel "The Bat" by Mary Roberts Rinehart |
| Cornelia Lively | Character in the novel "The New York Trilogy" by Paul Auster |
| Cornelia Kreglinger | Character in the novel "Restoration" by Rose Tremain |
| Cornelia Beaumont | Character in the novel "An Incomplete Revenge" by Jacqueline Winspear |
| Cornelia Copley | Character in the novel "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane" by Kate DiCamillo |
| Cornelia Ethel Skewton | Character in the novel "Dombey and Son" by Charles Dickens |
| Cornelia Coot | Character in Disney comics |
| Cornelia Scoville | Character in the novel "The Amethyst Road" by Louise Spiegler |