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Emilie vs Cornelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emilie

Girl #1,386 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"rival, industrious"

Origin: Latin Aemilius/aemulus

Cultural Roots

French German Scandinavian European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,386
Total SSA Count
162
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emilie Rank #1,386
Cornelia Rank #3,813

Emilie is more popular, ranked #1386 vs #3813 for Cornelia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emilie or Cornelia more popular?

Emilie is more popular, ranked #1386 compared to Cornelia at #3813 in the United States.

What do Emilie and Cornelia mean?

Emilie means "rival, industrious" (Latin Aemilius/aemulus origin). Cornelia means "horn, strong-willed" (Latin origin).

Are Emilie and Cornelia boy or girl names?

Emilie is primarily a girl name. Cornelia is primarily a girl name.

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