Cornelis

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The meaning of the name Cornelis is thought to be "horn" or "horned," although it can also be interpreted as "strong" or "powerful."
Pronunciation
The name Cornelis is pronounced as core-NEH-lis.
kawr-NEH-lis
Popularity
Cornelis is not a particularly common name nowadays, although it has been relatively popular throughout history. It is most commonly used in the Netherlands and other parts of Northern Europe, where it has been a popular name for generations.

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Cartoon of Cornelis

Cornelis Name meanings & History

The name Cornelis originates from the Latin name Cornelius, which was originally a Roman cognomen meaning "horn" or "horned," referring to the animal horns that were often worn as a symbol of strength in ancient times. The meaning of the name Cornelis is thought to be "horn" or "horned," although it can also be interpreted as "strong" or "powerful.". Dutch form of Cornelius. Cornelis is a popular name in the Netherlands and parts of Northern Europe, although it is less common in other parts of the world. It is often given to boys as a way of honoring family members, particularly those with Dutch or European ancestry.

Zodiac Sign of Cornelis: Curious Gemini

Synonyms of Cornelis:

C: Choice,Cute,Chatty,Clever,Candid,Curious,Copycat

O: Obstinate,Organized,Obsolete,Ostentatious,Obsessive

R: Restless,Reason,Rational,Resourceful

N: Nagging,Nervous,Neurosis,Neat,Nice,Nutrition,Nitpicking

E: Exaggerate,Enlighten,Environment,Entertain,Expressive,Enliven

L: Lover,Luscious,Lazy,Legal,Lovely,Liaison,Languid

I: Intimate,Involved,Indulgence

S: Solidity,Security,Social Standing,Success,Sex,Status,Sensuality

Cornelis is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Formal name
  • a Nerdy name
  • a Upper Class name
  • a Urban name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Cornelis include Cornelis Drebbel (Dutch inventor and scientist), Cornelis Lely (Dutch engineer and politician), and Cornelis Musius (Dutch painter).

2.) Cornelis (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: The name Cornelis is derived from the Latin name Cornelius, meaning "horn". It was originally a Roman family name, and was introduced into the Netherlands during Roman times. The name is also associated with the Dutch painter Cornelis van Haarlem.


cartoon of the name Cornelis
Cartoon of Cornelis

Description: The name Cornelis is derived from the Latin name Cornelius, meaning "horn". It was originally a Roman family name, and was introduced into the Netherlands during Roman times. The name is also associated with the Dutch painter Cornelis van Haarlem. Variation of Cornelia and feminine version of Cornelius. Cornelis is used as a given name for boys in the Netherlands and other Dutch-speaking countries. It is commonly shortened to 'Cornel' or 'Korneel'.

Famous People

Some notable people with the name Cornelis include Cornelis Pronk (Dutch painter), Cornelis Dirk Lely (Dutch politician), Cornelis Gios (Dutch artist), and Cornelis Christiaan (Dutch physicist).

3.) CORNELIS (Male)

Usage: Scandinavian

Meanings: Dutch form of the Latin Cornelius, an old Roman family name of uncertain origin and meaning. It is possibly a derivation of the Latin cornu (horn). Short: Cor, Niels. Pet: Cees, Kees. (KOR-NEE-LIS)


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