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Emily vs Cornelia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Emily

Girl #25 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from the Aemilius family"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French German Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#25
Total SSA Count
5,955
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Emily Rank #25
Cornelia Rank #3,813

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 vs #3813 for Cornelia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emily or Cornelia more popular?

Emily is more popular, ranked #25 compared to Cornelia at #3813 in the United States.

What do Emily and Cornelia mean?

Emily means "from the Aemilius family" (Latin origin). Cornelia means "horn, strong-willed" (Latin origin).

Are Emily and Cornelia boy or girl names?

Emily is primarily a girl name. Cornelia is primarily a girl name.

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