Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Cornelia
Resurgent
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
1921
Peak births
477
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1880Peak 19212025
Quick answers about Cornelia
How many people are named Cornelia?
An estimated 6,828 living Americans are named Cornelia.
How rare is Cornelia?
Cornelia is uncommon among babies today, with 51 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 89.3% from its 1921 peak.
How old is the typical Cornelia?
The median age of a living American named Cornelia is approximately 67 years, with most bearers falling between 48 and 79 years old.
Is Cornelia still popular?
Yes — Cornelia is currently rising in popularity, with 51 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 1.7× higher than the previous decade.
Peak year
1921
Decline from peak
89.3%
2025
51
All-time
22,076