Cornelius
Latin · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Cornelius
Cornelius derives from the Latin name Cornelius, which comes from the Roman family name Cornelii and likely originates from the Latin word "cornu" meaning "horn," possibly signifying strength or abundance.
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Etymology
Cornelius derives from the Latin name Cornelius, which comes from the Roman family name Cornelii and likely originates from the Latin word "cornu" meaning "horn," possibly signifying strength or abundance. The name was used throughout the Roman Empire and later adopted by Christian cultures, most notably in Christian tradition where Saint Cornelius was an early Christian centurion and pope, making it particularly prevalent in Catholic and Christian communities.
Cornelius currently ranks #1,908 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1974.
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