Corneal is of Latin origin and means 'horn'. It is a unique and distinctive given name that has been used sparingly throughout history, making it quite rare today. The name Corneal may evoke images of strength and durability, given its etymological roots. It was particularly popular among the early Christians as a saint's name.
The name Corneal appears to have been popular for boys born in the late 1950s and early 1970s, with a total of 22 births recorded over this period. The name was most frequently chosen in 1957 and 1959, with six births each year. It then saw a dip in popularity before rising again in 1971 with five births that year. However, it did not maintain this level of popularity afterwards, as no further births were recorded under the name Corneal after 1980.