Corliss Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Corliss has English origins, deriving from Old French elements meaning 'dear heart' and 'lily'. It has evolved through various forms, reflecting a romantic and affectionate nature. While it has no biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the late 19th century in the United States. Corliss is known for its unique charm and has associations with notable figures in various fields.
The name Corliss is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Corliss has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Corliss' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2586th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3199th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4925th out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8930th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3165th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2068th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3189th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9803rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 30690th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Corliss' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Corliss"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːrlɪs/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Corliss is derived from the Old French 'coer' meaning 'heart' and 'lis' meaning 'lily', symbolizing a 'dear heart' or 'lily of the heart'.
Meaning
dear heart; lily of the heart
Language Evolution
Old French: coer lis, Middle English: Corliss, Modern English: Corliss
Historical Usage
Corliss gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, largely due to its unique sound and romantic connotations.
Variants & Derivatives
Corl, Lissa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Corliss is perceived as a charming and somewhat vintage name, often associated with warmth and affection.
Famous People
Corliss Lamont, an American philosopher and advocate for civil liberties., Corliss Williamson, a former professional basketball player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Corliss"
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 "Corliss"
"Corliss" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2586th of 7545 | 161 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3199th of 6773 | 103 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4925th of 7552 | 35 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8930th of 16616 | 44 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3165th of 9107 | 149 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2068th of 9204 | 306 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1010th of 12526 | 1,942 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3189th of 19264 | 343 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9803rd of 27321 | 99 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 30690th of 35406 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Corliss" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
79.45% 1125th/1416 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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59.30% 3080th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Corliss" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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86.95% 1199th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
70.89% 1096th/1546 |
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83.98% 1976th/2353 |
92.70% 1434th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
37.90% 844th/2227 |
49.01% 1191st/2430 |
34.49% 984th/2853 |
42.59% 1182nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
93.43% 2744th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
70.01% 2463rd/3518 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Corliss"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Corliss" 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.