Cornie
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About Cornie
Cornie is a feminine name primarily used as a diminutive form of Cornelia or other Corn-root names. Derived from the Latin 'Cornelius,' a Roman family name possibly meaning 'horn,' it carries historical connections to ancient Roman nobility. The name has an old-fashioned, quaint quality that evokes rural simplicity and vintage charm. Cornie saw limited popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in rural communities and Dutch-influenced areas, but has since become quite rare. As a standalone name rather than a nickname, it has never reached mainstream usage. The name's similarity to the word 'corny' (meaning trite or sentimental) in English might contribute to its decline. Despite this, Cornie retains a warm, friendly character with nostalgic appeal for those drawn to uncommon vintage names.
Cornie is also given to boys.
Pronounced KOR-nee.
As of October 2026, Cornie ranked #3433 for boys in US births in 1952 and #4686 for girls in US births in 1930 SSA, peaked at #2426 for boys in 1918 and #698 for girls in 1887.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |