Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Corina has Greek origins, meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter,' and has evolved through forms like Korinna and Corinna. It conveys traits of purity and youthfulness, with no biblical significance. The name saw increased popularity in the 20th century, and today, it is viewed as charming and elegant, with notable bearers in various fields.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/kəˈriːnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Corina is derived from the Greek word 'korē,' meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter.' It is often associated with purity and youthfulness.
Meaning
maiden, daughter, purity
Language Evolution
Korinna, Corinna, Corina
Historical Usage
Corina gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, and has been used in various literary works.
Variants & Derivatives
Corinna, Cory, Cori
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Corina is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with creativity and warmth.
Famous People
Corina Katt Ayala, Corina Morariu
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 399 peak births in 1992
Geographic Spread
Popular across 33 US states, with strongest presence in New Mexico
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1671st of 9107 | 421 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1235th of 9204 | 679 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1046th of 12526 | 1,830 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 600th of 19264 | 4,596 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 637th of 27321 | 5,127 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1419th of 35406 | 2,395 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2625th of 30306 | 802 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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 by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
52.96% 1253rd/2366 |
52.28% 597th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
37.02% 871st/2353 |
40.72% 630th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
57.30% 1276th/2227 |
66.58% 1618th/2430 |
27.76% 792nd/2853 |
22.88% 635th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
25.71% 755th/2937 |
30.18% 1051st/3483 |
18.76% 660th/3518 |
9.32% 377th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.06% 1034th/3685 |
21.52% 963rd/4475 |
13.84% 719th/5194 |
6.66% 421st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.03% 1926th/4582 |
35.63% 1840th/5164 |
21.21% 1551st/7313 |
14.30% 1067th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
61.47% 2758th/4487 |
33.08% 2257th/6822 |
35.10% 2203rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in New Mexico across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, usage 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, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1671st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1235th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1046th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 600th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 637th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1419th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2625th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.