Cornelis
boy nameCornelis entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #3525 in 1946, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1946–2025
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rank today
#3525
peak (1946)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3525 |
| 1950s | #3993 |
| 1960s | #4033 |
| 1980s | #6238 |
| 2000s | #10667 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cornelis are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cornelis alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cornelis in 2025?
- Cornelis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cornelis most popular?
- Cornelis peaked in 1946, reaching #3525 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cornelis with classmates?
- Cornelis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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