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  CORDELIA

The meaning of the girl name Cordelia is OF THE SEA.

Details on CORDELIA:

Gender:
Girl
Meaning(s):
Of the sea
Popularity for Girl:
2,028th in the USA (top 10%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

233 births
CORDELIA as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of CORDELIA:

The name Cordelia is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Cordelia is: Of the sea.
Celtic meaning
The name Cordelia is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Cordelia is: Of the sea.
American meaning
The name Cordelia is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Cordelia is: In Shakespeare's King Lear a woman of rare honesty.
English meaning
The name Cordelia is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Cordelia is: Tragedy of King Lear' Daughter to King Lear.
Shakespearean meaning
The name Cordelia is a Welsh baby name. In Welsh the meaning of the name Cordelia is: Jewel of the sea.
Welsh meaning

USA birth(s) for CORDELIA by year:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name CORDELIA

 CORDELIA as a girl

YearGirl Births
2024233 births
2023219 births
2022242 births
2021253 births
2020252 births
2019231 births
2018249 births
2017209 births
2016259 births
2015285 births
2014266 births
2013199 births
2012208 births
2011181 births
2010180 births
2009175 births
2008132 births
2007111 births
2006129 births
2005149 births
2004128 births
2003150 births
2002115 births
200165 births
200064 births
199946 births
199858 births
199732 births
199625 births
199544 births
199429 births
199334 births

About the name CORDELIA

Cordelia, a name of elegance and grace, traces its roots to the ancient Celtic word "cor," meaning "heart," and is often associated with the Latin term "delia," suggesting a connection to the goddess Diana. This beautiful name embodies the essence of warmth and compassion, making it a splendid choice for those who cherish depth and sincerity. Cordelia is perhaps best known through Shakespeare's tragic heroine in "King Lear," a character who symbolizes loyalty and love, reinforcing the name’s connotations of strength and nobility. Popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United Kingdom and the United States, Cordelia has also found a home in various cultures, celebrated for its lyrical sound and timeless quality. Its charm resonates in regions where literature and art are cherished, from the rolling hills of England to the vibrant streets of American cities, making it a name that carries both historical weight and modern appeal. Cordelia invites visions of poetic sunsets and soft whispers, a name that promises to inspire both the bearer and those who hear it, weaving a tapestry of love and integrity through generations.

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