Latin: Cornubiae
Cornubia is an alternative or historical name for Cornwall, a region located in the southwestern part of England.
The name Cornubia is derived from the Latinized form of the Old English word for Cornwall, which is Cornwealas. The name Cornubia is thought to have originated from the Old English words Corn (meaning Cornwall) and wealas (meaning foreigners or Welsh, referring to the Celtic people). In Latin, it became Cornubia.
Cornubiae is another Latinized spelling variant of the term associated with Cornwall. Like Cornubia, it reflects the Latinization of the Old English word Cornwealas, referring to Cornwall. In Latin, the suffix -iae is used to indicate a genitive case or possession, so Cornubiae can be translated as “of Cornwall” or “Cornwall’s.”
The term Cornubia has been used in historical texts and documents, especially during the early medieval period. It reflects the cultural and linguistic ties between Cornwall and other Celtic regions. Cornwall has a distinct Celtic heritage, with its own language, Cornish, and cultural traditions. The use of “Cornubia” emphasizes the Celtic identity of the region.
See also
Dumnonia | The Legend of King Arthur