Cornelius vs Basil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cornelius

Boy #2,160 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"horn, strong-willed"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #2,026 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"king, royal"

Origin: Greek

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Cornelius Rank #2,160

Basil Rank #2,026

Basil is more popular, ranked #2026 vs #2160 for Cornelius.

Is Cornelius or Basil more popular?

Basil is more popular, ranked #2026 compared to Cornelius at #2160 in the United States.

What do Cornelius and Basil mean?

Cornelius means "horn, strong-willed" (Latin origin). Basil means "king, royal" (Greek origin).

Are Cornelius and Basil boy or girl names?

Cornelius is primarily a boy name. Basil is primarily a boy name.