Cornelius
4 syllables
♂ Male ◎ Latin ◈ 4 syllables
"Horn, of the Cornelii family"

From Latin

Roman family name that possibly derives from the Latin element cornu meaning "horn". In Acts in the New Testament Cornelius is a centurion who is directed by an angel to seek Peter. After speaking with Peter he converts to Christianity, and he is traditionally deemed the first gentile convert. The name was also borne by a few early saints, including a 3rd-century pope. In England it came into use in the 16th century, partly due to Dutch influence.

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Cornelius at a glance
MeaningHorn, of the Cornelii family
OriginLatin
GenderMale
Syllables4
Name daySep 16
NumerologyLife Path 8
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Origin & history of Cornelius
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Latin roots
Roman family name that possibly derives from the Latin element cornu meaning "horn". In Acts in the New Testament Cornelius is a centurion who is directed by an angel to seek Peter. After speaking with Peter he converts to Christianity, and he is traditionally deemed the first gentile convert. The name was also borne by a few early saints, including a 3rd-century pope. In England it came into use in the 16th century, partly due to Dutch influence.
2
Root name
The root form of Cornelius is Cornelius — meaning Horn, of the Cornelii family.
3
Modern usage
Cornelius remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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Popularity of Cornelius
4Syllables
8Life path
Numerology of Cornelius
8
Life path number
The Achiever
Ambition, authority and material mastery.
💼Achiever
👑Authoritative
💰Business-minded
🏆Resilient
C3
O6
R9
N5
E5
L3
I9
U3
S1
Sum: 44 → Life path 8
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Personality of Cornelius
💼
Built for success
They don't dream of achievement — they plan for it.
👑
Commanding presence
They walk in and people notice.
🔑
Strategic mind
Always three moves ahead.
💎
Unbreakable
Setbacks sharpen them. Resilience is in their DNA.
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