Corinna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Corinna is a name with Greek origins, meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter.' It evolved from the Ancient Greek 'Korinna' to its modern form. The name is often linked to poetic and artistic traits, with no biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the 18th and 19th centuries, and it remains a distinctive choice today, associated with notable figures in various fields.
The name Corinna is most popular in California, USA 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, Corinna 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, 'Corinna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2747th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3263rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1633rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 825th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1295th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2897th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3939th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Corinna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Corinna"
Pronunciation
/kəˈrɪnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Corinna is derived from the Greek word 'korē,' meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter.' It is often associated with the ancient Greek poet Corinna, who is known for her lyrical poetry.
Meaning
maiden, daughter
Language Evolution
Korinna (Ancient Greek), Corinna (Latinized form), Corinna (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Corinna gained popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a poetic and romantic name.
Variants & Derivatives
Cori, Rina, Kory
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Corinna is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with creativity and artistic expression.
Famous People
Corinna Harfouch, a German actress, Corinna Schumacher, the wife of Formula One racing driver Michael Schumacher
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Corinna"
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 "Corinna"
"Corinna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2747th of 9107 | 190 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3263rd of 9204 | 142 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1633rd of 12526 | 782 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 825th of 19264 | 2,655 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1295th of 27321 | 1,927 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2897th of 35406 | 887 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3939th of 30306 | 455 |
Regional Popularity of "Corinna" 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 "Corinna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
53.12% 1183rd/2227 |
53.70% 1305th/2430 |
66.70% 1903rd/2853 |
42.13% 1169th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.73% 785th/2937 |
24.26% 845th/3483 |
38.97% 1371st/3518 |
15.48% 626th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
43.80% 1614th/3685 |
30.39% 1360th/4475 |
33.19% 1724th/5194 |
15.32% 968th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
66.11% 3029th/4582 |
60.77% 3138th/5164 |
51.10% 3737th/7313 |
34.33% 2562nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
68.11% 3056th/4487 |
73.79% 5034th/6822 |
59.32% 3723rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Corinna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Corinna" 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.