Cornelius vs Elton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cornelius

Boy #2,160 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"horn, strong-willed"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #2,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Cornelius Rank #2,160

Elton Rank #2,085

Elton is more popular, ranked #2085 vs #2160 for Cornelius.

Is Cornelius or Elton more popular?

Elton is more popular, ranked #2085 compared to Cornelius at #2160 in the United States.

What do Cornelius and Elton mean?

Cornelius means "horn, strong-willed" (Latin origin). Elton means "old settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Cornelius and Elton boy or girl names?

Cornelius is primarily a boy name. Elton is primarily a boy name.