Cordelia Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cordelia Name at a Glance

Name	Cordelia
Meaning	'Tragedy of King Lear' Daughter to King Lear.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Cordelia Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cordelia means “'Tragedy of King Lear' Daughter to King Lear”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Cordelia Name Origin

Our database records Cordelia under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Cordelia a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Cordelia is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Cordelia

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