Cornell Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkor-NEL / /kɔːrˈnɛl/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: horn; English: dweller by the horn
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cornell is derived from the Latin word 'cornu,' meaning 'horn.' It has been used as a surname and given name in English-speaking countries. The name gained prominence in the United States due to Cornell University, founded in 1865, which has contributed to its recognition.
Trend Summary
Cornell has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Cornel
- Cornelio
International Variants
- Cornelio (Spanish)
- Cornel (Dutch)
Famous people named Cornell
Cornell West is an American philosopher, political activist, and social critic known for his work on race and justice.
Cornell Woolrich was an American author famous for his contributions to the crime and mystery genres.
Cornell McClellan is a notable American football player who played in the NFL.
Cornell Dupree was an American guitarist known for his work in jazz and R&B music.
Fictional characters named Cornell
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cornell was first seen in the United States in 1890. Cornell has ranked as high as #898 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in Illinois, Louisiana, California, New York, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Cornell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Cornell (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 10 |
| 1910 | 14 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 23 |
| 1913 | 24 |
| 1914 | 30 |
| 1915 | 33 |
| 1916 | 36 |
| 1917 | 48 |
| 1918 | 36 |
| 1919 | 54 |
| 1920 | 32 |
| 1921 | 43 |
| 1922 | 50 |
| 1923 | 50 |
| 1924 | 39 |
| 1925 | 48 |
| 1926 | 44 |
| 1927 | 52 |
| 1928 | 45 |
| 1929 | 40 |
| 1930 | 45 |
| 1931 | 57 |
| 1932 | 51 |
| 1933 | 60 |
| 1934 | 53 |
| 1935 | 47 |
| 1936 | 48 |
| 1937 | 52 |
| 1938 | 57 |
| 1939 | 52 |
| 1940 | 51 |
| 1941 | 45 |
| 1942 | 62 |
| 1943 | 51 |
| 1944 | 64 |
| 1945 | 72 |
| 1946 | 130 |
| 1947 | 158 |
| 1948 | 192 |
| 1949 | 179 |
| 1950 | 159 |
| 1951 | 191 |
| 1952 | 213 |
| 1953 | 209 |
| 1954 | 206 |
| 1955 | 218 |
| 1956 | 200 |
| 1957 | 226 |
| 1958 | 196 |
| 1959 | 193 |
| 1960 | 144 |
| 1961 | 168 |
| 1962 | 241 |
| 1963 | 165 |
| 1964 | 202 |
| 1965 | 163 |
| 1966 | 175 |
| 1967 | 173 |
| 1968 | 169 |
| 1969 | 173 |
| 1970 | 194 |
| 1971 | 175 |
| 1972 | 147 |
| 1973 | 150 |
| 1974 | 156 |
| 1975 | 137 |
| 1976 | 134 |
| 1977 | 155 |
| 1978 | 131 |
| 1979 | 135 |
| 1980 | 140 |
| 1981 | 121 |
| 1982 | 118 |
| 1983 | 127 |
| 1984 | 112 |
| 1985 | 135 |
| 1986 | 147 |
| 1987 | 144 |
| 1988 | 141 |
| 1989 | 141 |
| 1990 | 117 |
| 1991 | 113 |
| 1992 | 89 |
| 1993 | 113 |
| 1994 | 96 |
| 1995 | 78 |
| 1996 | 117 |
| 1997 | 77 |
| 1998 | 85 |
| 1999 | 64 |
| 2000 | 69 |
| 2001 | 60 |
| 2002 | 67 |
| 2003 | 85 |
| 2004 | 72 |
| 2005 | 71 |
| 2006 | 81 |
| 2007 | 86 |
| 2008 | 89 |
| 2009 | 88 |
| 2010 | 78 |
| 2011 | 56 |
| 2012 | 71 |
| 2013 | 56 |
| 2014 | 46 |
| 2015 | 47 |
| 2016 | 41 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 45 |
| 2020 | 36 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 35 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 23 |