Ornelia
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Ornelia
Ornelia is a feminine given name derived from the Latin name Cornelia, which comes from the Roman family name Cornelius, likely related to the Latin word "cornu" meaning "horn." The name historically belongs to ancient Roman culture and has been used primarily in Christian European societies, with notable historical figures including Cornelia Africana, mother of the Gracchi brothers in ancient Rome.
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Etymology
Ornelia is a feminine given name derived from the Latin name Cornelia, which comes from the Roman family name Cornelius, likely related to the Latin word "cornu" meaning "horn." The name historically belongs to ancient Roman culture and has been used primarily in Christian European societies, with notable historical figures including Cornelia Africana, mother of the Gracchi brothers in ancient Rome.
Ornelia currently ranks #5,115 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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