Cornell

Pronunciation: [ k-awrn-EHL ]

Boy Name #4,449 Most Popular Hidden Gem

Ranked #4449, Cornell is an uncommon boy name with a distinctive personality.

Meaning & Origin

Cornell is a boy name, recorded for 23 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-awrn-EHL.

Parents who love the name Cornell often also consider Cora, Cornelia, Cordelia .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #4,449
Total SSA Count: 23

Alternative Spellings

Cornelius #2160

Nicknames

Cor Coy Corie Cornie

Also a Girl Name

Cornell is also used as a girl name, ranked #69354.

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Similar Names

Cora Cornelia Cordelia Corinne Constance Cordie Connie Corda

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cornell

Is Cornell a boy or girl name?

Cornell is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4449. As a girl name, it is ranked #69354. Cornell is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Cornell?

Cornell is pronounced k-awrn-EHL.

How popular is the name Cornell?

Cornell is currently ranked #4449 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Cornell?

Common nicknames for Cornell include Cor, Coy, Corie, and Cornie.

Is Cornell a common or rare name?

Cornell is an uncommon name, ranked #4449 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Cornell

Cornell is a boy name .

Is Cornell a boy or girl name? Cornell is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,449 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #69,354. Cornell is more commonly used as a boy name.

Cornell is currently ranked #4,449 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Cornell include Cor, Coy, Corie, and Cornie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Cornell include Cornelius . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.