Cornells

Cornells is the plural form of the surname Cornell and may refer to any group of people who bear the name. In genealogical and biographical contexts, “the Cornells” is used to identify members of the Cornell family or individuals listed under this surname in records such as census data, biographical dictionaries, and historical documents.

Notable individuals with the surname include Ezra Cornell (1807–1874), an American entrepreneur who founded Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. While other people named Cornell exist, the term Cornells does not point to a single, widely recognized figure or institution on its own.

Usage and distribution: The surname Cornell appears in English-speaking regions and today is most common in the United States and the United Kingdom, with smaller populations in Canada and Australia. The plural Cornells is used to refer to multiple people sharing the surname, typically in a descriptive or genealogical context, without implying a formal association among them.

Other considerations: Because Cornell is also a standalone surname and a well-known university name, readers should distinguish between “Cornell” (singular or brand name) and “Cornells” (the plural form referring to multiple individuals). There is no widely recognized organization, place, or brand formally known as “Cornells.” See also Cornell and Cornell University for related topics.