Cornelia is a classical Latin female given name, derived from the Roman family name Cornelius, which means "of Cornwall" or "from the horn." The name was popular among ancient Romans and has since been adopted by various cultures around the world. It is often associated with strength, elegance, and history, reflecting its rich roots in antiquity.
The name Cornelia experienced a significant decline in popularity between the years of 1925 and 1934, with only seven births recorded in 1934 compared to eight in 1925. However, it is notable that there were no recorded births with the name Cornelia for the intervening nineteen years from 1927 to 1945 inclusive. The name seemed to regain some popularity in later years, with five births in 1963. Overall, over the span of these statistics, a total of twenty-six children were named Cornelia.