Cornell
boy name#6143 in 2025Cornell entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #478 in 1952, ranks #6143 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1890–2025
#6143
rank today
#478
peak (1952)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #993 |
| 1900s | #1044 |
| 1910s | #996 |
| 1920s | #1059 |
| 1930s | #871 |
| 1940s | #716 |
| 1950s | #515 |
| 1960s | #584 |
| 1970s | #675 |
| 1980s | #787 |
| 1990s | #1216 |
| 2000s | #1721 |
| 2010s | #2482 |
| 2020s | #4404 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cornell has been most popular in IL, OH, MO.
Living bearers
About 8,500 people named Cornell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cornell alive today was born around 1968, making them about 57 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cornell in 2025?
- Cornell ranks #6143 among US boy names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Cornell most popular?
- Cornell peaked in 1952, reaching #478 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cornell with classmates?
- Cornell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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