Coralynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Coralynn is a modern English name that combines 'coral', referring to the beautiful marine organisms, and the suffix '-lyn', commonly found in feminine names. It emerged in the late 20th century and is associated with beauty, reflecting a contemporary preference for unique names. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Coralynn is most popular in Idaho, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Coralynn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Coralynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8541st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3231st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Coralynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Coralynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːrəˌlɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Coralynn is a blend of the word 'coral', which refers to the marine invertebrates known for their beautiful skeletons, and the suffix '-lyn', which is often used in feminine names. The name likely emerged as a modern invention in the late 20th century.
Meaning
Coral and lake
Language Evolution
Coral, Coraline, Lynn
Historical Usage
Coralynn gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique and modern name choice, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Coraline, Cora, Lynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Coralynn is seen as a trendy and feminine name, often associated with beauty and uniqueness, appealing to parents looking for contemporary names.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Coralynn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Coralynn"
"Coralynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8541st of 35406 | 201 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3231st of 30306 | 599 |
Regional Popularity of "Coralynn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Coralynn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
57.53% 2292nd/3984 |
92.78% 4163rd/4487 |
68.59% 4679th/6822 |
84.00% 5272nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Coralynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Coralynn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.