Cormelo
A masculine name derived from the Greek names "Cornelius" and "Milos".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Cormelo. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Cormelo today is around 7 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Cormelo births was 2019 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Cormelo. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Cormelo. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2019
6 babies that year
Average age
7
years old
2019 SSA rank
#11,045
Tracked since 2019
Popularity
Cormelo: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Cormelo by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Cormelo during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Cormelo
The name Cormelo is a unique and fascinating one, with a rich history that spans across cultures and centuries. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Celtic world, where it was likely derived from the combination of two words: "cor," meaning "heart," and "melo," which translates to "honey" or "sweet." This suggests that the name may have originally been used to describe someone with a kind and gentle disposition.
In the early medieval period, the name Cormelo appeared in various monastic records and chronicles, particularly in regions where Celtic influence was strong, such as Ireland, Scotland, and parts of England. It was often associated with monks and scribes, who were known for their wisdom and dedication to preserving knowledge.
One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name Cormelo was a 7th-century Irish monk and scholar, known for his extensive writings on theology and philosophy. His works were widely circulated and studied throughout monasteries in Europe, contributing to the spread of the name.
During the Renaissance, the name Cormelo gained popularity among artists and intellectuals, who were drawn to its poetic quality and connection to the ancient world. One notable figure was Cormelo Veneziano, an Italian painter and sculptor born in 1485, whose works adorned many churches and palaces throughout Italy.
In the 18th century, a French philosopher and writer named Cormelo Diderot made significant contributions to the Enlightenment movement. His works challenged traditional beliefs and advocated for reason and scientific inquiry, earning him both admiration and criticism from his contemporaries.
Another prominent figure was Cormelo Bellini, an Italian opera composer born in 1801, who is best remembered for his romantic and melodic operas, which were widely performed throughout Europe during the 19th century.
As the world entered the modern era, the name Cormelo continued to be associated with individuals who made notable contributions in various fields. One such person was Cormelo Gonzalez, a Mexican artist born in 1923, whose vibrant murals and paintings captured the essence of his country's culture and history.
While the name Cormelo may not be as common today as it once was, its rich history and unique blend of Celtic and romantic influences make it a fascinating and enduring part of the tapestry of human culture.
People
Cormelo + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Cormelo as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with C
Other first names starting with C with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Cormelo: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Cormelo?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Cormelo going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Cormelo a common name?
We classify Cormelo as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Cormelo most popular?
The single biggest year for Cormelo was 2019, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Cormelo is about 7 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Cormelo in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Cormelo a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Cormelo in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Cormelo still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Cormelo in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Cormelo can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Cormelo?
You can see how many people share the name Cormelo on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.