CORNELL

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Cornell

Originating from England, the surname Cornell is of locational origin, derived from various places called Cornhill or Cornull. These place names typically signify a hill that is covered in barley (corn). The surname Cornell is old and dates back to medieval times in England.

During the Middle Ages, the Cornell family played a significant role in English society, with records showing various members holding positions of authority and land ownership. The surname has several spelling variations, including Cornall, Cornhill, and Cornwill.

Notable individuals with the surname Cornell have made significant contributions in various fields, including academia, arts, and business. Over the centuries, the Cornell name has spread beyond England, with descendants establishing themselves in different parts of the world, particularly in North America and Australia.

Today, the surname Cornell continues to be held by a diverse range of individuals, each contributing to the legacy and history associated with this ancient English surname.

There are approximately 3,383 people named Cornell in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,696th most common surname in Britain. Around 52 in a million people in Britain are named Cornell.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Christopher
David
James
John
Mark
Paul
Peter
Robert
Stephen

Female

Amanda
Barbara
Claire
Elizabeth
Emma
Jacqueline
Jennifer
Joanne
Lesley
Lisa
Margaret
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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