Name meaning

Cordelia Name Meaning - Daughter of the sea (Celtic)

Meaning
Daughter of the sea; jewel of the sea
Origin
Celtic/Latin
Gender
Girl
Pronunciation
CO-RDE-LI-A

Cordelia means "Daughter of the sea; jewel of the sea" (Celtic/Latin). Recorded in Celtic sources, Cordelia glosses as "Daughter of the sea." Cordelia comes from the Celtic corr (sea) or Latin cor (heart) combined with delia.

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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown

Recorded in Celtic sources, Cordelia glosses as "Daughter of the sea." Cordelia comes from the Celtic corr (sea) or Latin cor (heart) combined with delia.

Origin and Historical Usage

Cordelia comes from the Celtic corr (sea) or Latin cor (heart) combined with delia. In Shakespeare's King Lear, Cordelia is the loyal, honest daughter who truly loves her father. Anne Shirley's best friend Cordelia in Anne of Green Gables gave this name warmth. Parents who choose Cordelia often cite sound and family heritage as much as dictionary meaning.

Pronunciation Guide

Phonetic
CO-RDE-LI-A
Syllables
3

Geographic and Cultural Usage

The name travels well in international schools and multicultural cities. Celtic origin remains the anchor even when spelling stays unchanged.

Popularity

Ranked #27 in our dataset. Compare with your country's official baby-name tables before deciding on rarity.

Notable People Named Cordelia

  • C
    Cordelia (King Lear)
  • C
    Cordelia Chase (Buffy/Angel)
  • C
    Cordelia from Anne of Green Gables
  • Q
    Queen Cordelia of Britain

Variants and Related Names

Spelling variants

  • Cora — alternate form of Cordelia
  • Delia — alternate form of Cordelia
  • Cory — alternate form of Cordelia
  • Delia — alternate form of Cordelia

Frequently Asked Questions about Cordelia

What does Cordelia mean?
Cordelia means "Daughter of the sea; jewel of the sea" in Celtic/Latin tradition. Recorded in Celtic sources, Cordelia glosses as "Daughter of the sea." Cordelia comes from the Celtic corr (sea) or Latin cor (heart) combined with delia.
How do you pronounce Cordelia?
Cordelia is pronounced CO-RDE-LI-A (3 syllables).
What language is Cordelia from?
Cordelia comes from Celtic/Latin. Cordelia comes from the Celtic corr (sea) or Latin cor (heart) combined with delia.
Is Cordelia a boy or girl name?
Cordelia is primarily used as a girl's name.
What does Cordelia mean in English?
English references usually translate Cordelia as "Daughter of the sea; jewel of the sea." It is not an English word; the gloss comes from Celtic/Latin.
Is Cordelia a rare name?
Ranked #27 in our dataset. Compare with your country's official baby-name tables before deciding on rarity.
What is the origin of the name Cordelia?
Cordelia comes from the Celtic corr (sea) or Latin cor (heart) combined with delia. In Shakespeare's King Lear, Cordelia is the loyal, honest daughter who truly loves her father. Anne Shirley's best friend Cordelia in Anne of Green Gables gave this name warmth. Parents who choose Cordelia often cite sound and family heritage as much as dictionary meaning.
What are variants of Cordelia?
Documented forms include: Cora; Delia; Cory; Delia.
Who are famous people named Cordelia?
Notable bearers include Cordelia (King Lear), Cordelia Chase (Buffy/Angel), Cordelia from Anne of Green Gables, Queen Cordelia of Britain.

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