Cornelia
boy nameCornelia entered the US charts in 1925, peaked at #2973 in 1934, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1925–2025
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rank today
#2973
peak (1934)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3432 |
| 1930s | #2973 |
| 1960s | #4048 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cornelia are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cornelia alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cornelia in 2025?
- Cornelia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cornelia most popular?
- Cornelia peaked in 1934, reaching #2973 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cornelia with classmates?
- Cornelia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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