Cordelia

Female

Meaning

Of Unknown Meaning

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/kɔːˈdiːliə/

Traits associated with the name Cordelia:

Dogs named Cordelia tend to be loving, loyal, affectionate, and good-natured. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and intelligence.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Cordelia?

Naming your dog Cordelia suggests that you have a strong appreciation for literature and culture. Cordelia is a character from William Shakespeare's play King Lear, and is known for her loyalty and honesty. It suggests that you value these qualities and want to instill them in your pet.

Is Cordelia a good dog name?

Cordelia has more syllables than most dog names, but you can easily give your pup a nickname to shorten things. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Cordelia isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

2,247
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1,492
New York City Dog Name Database
3,046
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Cordelia is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Cordelia was, in the past month, the 2696th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of March 2024, Cordelia is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Cordelia was viewed 43 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Cordelia's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Cordelia is most adored in Vermont, Idaho and Rhode Island.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in North Carolina, Florida and Texas.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Cordelia.

Most popular breeds named Cordelia:

  1. Australian Shepherd
  2. Chow Chow
  3. Labrador Retriever

Cordelia is found in these categories:

ocean dog names
ocean

She's named after Uranus' moon, which is named after a sea goddess.

cute dog names
cute

Shakespearean origins lend a whimsical, endearing charm to this moniker.

irish dog names
irish

Derived from Irish name "Cordélia", meaning "daughter of the sea".

posh dog names
posh

Shakespearean roots and aristocratic associations scream upper-crust canine chic!

british dog names
british

A character in Shakespeare's play "King Lear" and British folklore.

old fashioned dog names
old-fashioned

Shakespearean roots and scarce modern usage give it a vintage charm.

celestial dog names
celestial

She's named after Uranus' moon in Shakespearean-inspired astronomy.

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Cordelia dog name meaning

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