Nicknames for Cordelia
Cordelia is a girl's name of Celtic / Latin origin meaning “Daughter of the sea”, and Cordy is its natural nickname. Here are 8 nicknames for Cordelia, from classic short forms to pet names, grouped by the feel they give the name.
8 nicknames
Classic · The traditional short forms.
Vintage · Older pet names.
Modern · Current forms.
Used on their own in the UK: Cora, Delia, Lia.
Quick questions
What is a good nickname for Cordelia?
Popular nicknames for Cordelia include Cora, Delia, Cordy, Cordie, Dee. The traditional short forms.
What is Cordelia short for?
Cordelia is the full name, best known from King Lear, and Cora and Delia are short forms of it.
Wondering whether to put the short form on the certificate? Our nickname guide covers when to, and when not to.
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