There are
206
Corneliss in the USA
Cornelis is the
89753rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Cornelis

CornelisDrebbel

Cornelis Drebbel was a Dutch inventor and engineer known for his contributions to the development of the submarine and other early forms of technology.

CornelisLely

Cornelis Lely was a Dutch engineer and statesman who played a crucial role in the reclamation and protection of land in the Netherlands, including the Zuiderzee Works.

CornelisEngebrechtsz

Cornelis Engebrechtsz was a Dutch painter and one of the earliest known artists in the Northern Renaissance style in the Netherlands.

CornelisPieterszoon

Cornelis Pieterszoon Hooft was a Dutch merchant, poet, and playwright, known for his works in the Dutch Golden Age of literature.

Cornelisde

Cornelis de Houtman was a Dutch navigator and explorer who led the first Dutch expedition to reach Indonesia, opening up a lucrative trade route.

Cornelis Genealogy

OriginsThe Cornelis surname has its origins in the Netherlands, specifically in the Dutch-speaking regions. It is derived from the given name Cornelis, which means 'horn'.
Geographic DistributionThe Cornelis surname is most popular in the Netherlands, where it has a significant presence. It is also found in other Dutch-speaking regions such as Belgium and Suriname.
VariationsVariations of the Cornelis surname include Kornelis, Cornelissen, and Cornelisz (with patronymic suffix).
Migration and ImmigrationThe Cornelis family has a history of migration and immigration, particularly during the colonial era when the Dutch established colonies in various parts of the world, including Suriname and Indonesia.