Cordelia
c(o)-rde-lia,
cor-delia
US Popularity:1974
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Roman
Meaning:Heart
Cordelia is a girl’s name of Latin origin and is commonly accepted as a variation of the Latin word “cor” which means “heart.” This beautiful name has a romantic and antique ring to it and you might recognize it from Shakespeare’s King Lear. No matter where your inspiration lies, Cordelia is undoubtedly a striking and unique name that will do baby justice.
Cordelia Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Cordelia is currently #956 on The Bump
Girl:Cordelia is currently #434 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Cordelia is currently #1974 in U.S. births
Girl:Cordelia is currently #763 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1974
in 2022
- 68
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Cordelia, January 2022
WordSense, Meaning of Cordelia
WordSense, Meaning of Cordula
Britannica, King Lear, play by Shakespeare, October 2023
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