Corneille - Name meaning, Popularity, Personality, and More

Corneille name Meaning and Dictionary

Name

Corneille

Name Meaning

"Corneille" Possibly derived from the Latin cornu, meaning "horn".

Definition

French tragic dramatist whose plays treat grand moral themes in elegant verse (1606-1684)
A former French tragedian(dramatists), who was regarded one of the greatest during the seventeenth century and known for his play Le Cid.

Pronunciations

kawr-ney; French kawr-ne-yuh
corneille

Syllable

Corneille Syllable count: There are 2 syllables in the name Corneille
Divide Corneille into syllables: Cor-neille

Sentences

Pierre Corneille News
Corneille in Concert for Francophonie en Fête at Isabel Bader Theatre
It was enriched by Charles the Bald with two castles, and a Benedictine abbey dedicated to Saint Corneille, the monks of which retained down to the 18th century the privilege of acting for three days as lords of Compiegne, with full power to release prisoners, condemn the guilty, and even inflict se
It was reserved for the 18th century to exalt Racine above Corneille.
When it was thought sufficient to say with Boileau that Corneille excited, not pity or terror, but admiration which was not a tragic passion; or that D'un seul nom quelquefois le son dur ou bizarre Rend un poeme entier ou burlesque ou barbare; when Voltaire could think it crushing to add to his ex

Corneille Overview and Analysis

Corneille Gender statistics

The name Corneille is typically used for Boys. Its a Masculine name with clear gender identification.

Popularity of the name Corneille

The name Corneille is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 52,520th most popular name in the Namedary database.

Country-Specific Popularity and Ranking of the Name Emma
Country	In-Country Rank	Population Share
United Kingdom	33,163	0%
Canada	45,485	0%
United States	64,643	0%
Australia	73,291	0%
New Zealand	85,199	0%

Where to find Corneille?

The name Corneille is predominantly found in Canada (CA), particularly in the state of Alberta (AL), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.

Corneille Usage Trend Over Time

In recent years, the trend of using the name Corneille has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Corneille was most used in 2004 with a usage rate of 50%. It was least used in 2014 with a usage rate of 25%.

To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.
The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.

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Names with a Similar Sound to Corneille

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Two Syllable Names Similar to Corneille

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Names starting with C

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Origin and History of the name Corneille

This given name derives from the Latin “cornĕus > cornēlĭus” (horn, horned, hard as the horn).

The origin of the Cornelii is lost to history, but the name Cornelius may be formed from the hypothetical surname Cornĕus, meaning “horny”, that is, having thick or callused skin.

The Cornelia family was one of the most distinguished Roman families and produced a more significant number of illustrious men than any other house in Rome.

This family was a significant contributor to the highest offices of the Republic and contested for consulships with the Fabii and the Valerii from the 3rd century BC.

Cornelia Scipionis Africana was the second daughter of Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus, the hero of the Second Punic War, and Aemilia Paulla.

Corneille in Chinese

Translation: 科尔内耶
Pronunce: (PinYin) : kē ěr nèi yé

Corneille in Numerology

Corneille: Name to Numerology Conversion
C	O	R	N	E	I	L	L	E
	6			5	9			5
3		9	5			3	3

Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):

Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 7
Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 5
Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 3

Famous people named Corneille

Corneille Daems, Belgian Road Cyclist
Corneille De Lyon, Dutch Painter
Corneille Jean Antoine Abraham Oudemans, Dutch Physician And Naturalist
Corneille Jean François Heymans, Belgian Physician And Pharmacologist

Conclusions about the name Corneille

Should you named your son Corneille?

According to the gender statistics, the name Corneille is strongly associated with boys. This is because the name Corneille is most commonly given to boys. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Corneille is a boy.

Corneille is a gender-appropriate name for a son. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a daughter.

Is Corneille a good name?

The name Corneille strike a harmonious balance between being easy to pronounce and possessing a touch of personality. The name Corneille offer a pleasing cadence and a hint of individuality, making them a popular choice for parents.

What are the Pros and Cons of the name Corneille?

Pros of the name Corneille:

Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
May not become dated: If Corneille has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Corneille is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.