The baby name Cornelis is a boy name, 3 syllables long and is pronounced "kawr-nuh-lis".
Cornelis is a Dutch name that means "horn" or "strong-willed". It is a variant of the name Cornelius, which comes from the Latin word "cornu" meaning "horn". The name has been in use since the Middle Ages and has been popularized by several famous bearers throughout history. Cornelis is a masculine name and is commonly given to boys in the Netherlands and other Dutch-speaking countries.
The pronunciation of Cornelis is kor-NEH-lis. The name is composed of two syllables, with the emphasis on the second syllable. The name is easy to pronounce and has a strong, confident sound to it. The name is also easily recognizable and is not commonly mispronounced.
The origin of Cornelis can be traced back to ancient Rome where it was a popular name among the upper classes. The name was brought to the Netherlands by the Romans and has been in use there ever since. The name has been borne by several notable figures throughout history, including the Dutch painter Cornelis van Haarlem and the Dutch scientist Cornelis Drebbel. The name has also been used in literature, with the character of Cornelis Sandvoort appearing in the novel "The Miniaturist" by Jessie Burton.