Cornie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOR-nee / /ˈkɔːrni/Dutch; English
Meaning
Dutch: brave; English: short form of Cornelius
Historical & Cultural Background
Cornie is often considered a diminutive of Cornelius, which has Latin roots. The name Cornelius has been used in various cultures, particularly in Dutch and English-speaking countries. It has historical significance, being borne by several saints and popes. The name is associated with bravery and strength in its Dutch origin.
Trend Summary
Cornie has not been widely popular in the United States and remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Corny
International Variants
- Cornelio (Italian)
- Cornélis (French)
- Kornel (Hungarian)
Famous people named Cornie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cornie was first seen in the United States in 1913. Cornie has ranked as high as #861 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Iowa. In the past 5 years the name Cornie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cornie (1933)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |