Cornelie

Fact sheet

Name: Cornelie
Gender: Girl name
Syllables: 3

Cornelie (also Cornélie) represents a feminine form of the Latin-Roman name Cornelia and is common in Germany, the Netherlands, and France. The name means 'the one descended from the Cornelii' and refers to the ancient Roman patrician family of the Cornelii (gens Cornelia).

What does the name Cornelie mean?

Cornelie (also Cornélie) is a feminine variant of the name Cornelia, which originates from Latin. Its meaning is 'the one descended from the Cornelii' and could also be interpreted as 'the Horned', possibly in connection with the Latin word cornu, which means 'horn'. Other forms include Cornela and Kornelia, as well as abbreviations like Conni, Connie, Conny, Cora, Cornell, Konni, Konny, Kora, Lia, Neele, Nela, Nele, Nelia, Nella, and Nelly.

Where does the name Cornelie come from?

The name Cornelie has its roots in Latin and Roman culture and means 'the one descended from the Cornelii' or 'the Horned'. The etymology is based on the Latin term cornu, which means 'the horn'. The name is used in German, French, and Dutch languages.

How do you pronounce Cornelie?

The pronunciation of Cornelie is three syllables and gentle. It is pronounced as 'Kor-ne-li-e' [kɔʁˈneːli̯ə], with the second syllable emphasized with a long e. The combination of r and n creates a harmonious internal structure, while the ending -ie gives the name a soft finish. Thus, Cornelie conveys a feminine, calm, and balanced sound.

When is the name day of Cornelie?

The name day for Cornelie is celebrated on March 31 and September 16.

Popularity

In Germany, Cornelie is a rather rare name. In 2022, it ranked 5,539th on the list of the most common female baby names. The best placement was achieved in 2012 with rank 3,656. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than ten times, placing it 11,442nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,112th.

Nicknames & pet names

Nele / Nelly

Similar first names

Cornelia

Famous people

Cornelie Huygens (Dutch women's rights activist)
Cornelie Sonntag-Wolgast (German politician)
Cornelie van Oosterzee (pianist)
Cornelie van Zanten (Dutch opera singer)
Princess Cornelie-Cecile of Prussia (Princess of Prussia)

Frequently asked questions about the name Cornelie

What is the origin of the name Cornelie?

Cornelie has its roots in Latin and Roman culture, where it means 'the one descended from the Cornelii' or 'the Horned'.

What is the meaning of the name Cornelie?

The meaning of Cornelie is derived from the Latin word cornu, which means 'horn', and can be interpreted as both 'the Horned' and 'the one descended from the Cornelii'.

How popular is the name Cornelie?

Cornelie is known in various countries such as Germany, France, and the Netherlands, but has lost popularity in recent years and is less common than some other variants like Cornelia or Kornelia.