Cornelius
boy name#1906 in 2025Cornelius entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #130 in 1882, ranks #1906 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1906
rank today
#130
peak (1882)
82
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #148 |
| 1890s | #175 |
| 1900s | #193 |
| 1910s | #243 |
| 1920s | #282 |
| 1930s | #312 |
| 1940s | #379 |
| 1950s | #407 |
| 1960s | #470 |
| 1970s | #398 |
| 1980s | #423 |
| 1990s | #621 |
| 2000s | #927 |
| 2010s | #1323 |
| 2020s | #1841 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cornelius has been most popular in TX, FL, GA.
Living bearers
About 20,500 people named Cornelius are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cornelius alive today was born around 1957, making them about 68 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cornelius in 2025?
- Cornelius ranks #1906 among US boy names in 2025, with 82 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cornelius most popular?
- Cornelius peaked in 1882, reaching #130 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cornelius with classmates?
- Cornelius will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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