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Name Origin

Cornelius is a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Cornelius. It means 'horn' in Latin, possibly referring to strength or power.

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Famous People

Cornelius Vanderbilt (1794-1877)

Businessman, industrialist, and philanthropist

  • Built a shipping and railroad empire.
  • Became one of the wealthiest Americans in history.

Cornelius Castoriadis (1923-1997)

Philosopher and political theorist

  • Developed the concept of 'radical imagination'.
  • Critiqued both capitalism and Marxism.

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