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Cornelius Vanderbilt

Photograph of Cornelius Vanderbilt Source: Library of Congress

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Given Name
Cornelius
Surname
Vanderbilt

The Name Cornelius

Origin
Latin
Meaning
Horn, derived from the Latin word for horn, possibly referring to a horn-like object or strength.
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The Vanderbilt Surname

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