Corrina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Corrina has its roots in Greek and Latin, meaning 'maiden' or 'heart'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Korē and Corinna into its modern usage. The name is often associated with positive traits such as creativity and kindness, and it does not have a biblical background. It gained popularity in the 19th century and continues to be a charming choice for many parents.
The name Corrina is most popular in Arizona, 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, Corrina 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, 'Corrina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5618th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4145th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2146th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1099th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1391st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2202nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4059th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Corrina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Corrina"
Pronunciation
/kəˈriːnə/
Origin
Latin/Greek
Etymology
The name Corrina is derived from the Greek word 'korē', meaning 'maiden' or 'girl'. It has also been associated with the Latin word 'cor', meaning 'heart'.
Meaning
maiden, girl, heart
Language Evolution
Korē (Greek), Corinna (Latin), Corrina (English)
Historical Usage
The name Corrina gained popularity in the 19th century and became more widely used in English-speaking countries in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Corinna, Cory, Kory
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Corrina is perceived as a charming and feminine name, often associated with creativity and kindness.
Famous People
Corrina Lawson (author), Corrina Williams (singer), Corrina Grace (writer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Corrina"
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 "Corrina"
"Corrina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5618th of 9107 | 37 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4145th of 9204 | 86 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2146th of 12526 | 503 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1099th of 19264 | 1,758 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1391st of 27321 | 1,722 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2202nd of 35406 | 1,313 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4059th of 30306 | 436 |
Regional Popularity of "Corrina" 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 "Corrina" 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) |
71.53% 1593rd/2227 |
94.32% 2292nd/2430 |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
41.91% 1163rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
42.56% 1250th/2937 |
41.43% 1443rd/3483 |
52.42% 1844th/3518 |
17.88% 723rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.02% 1438th/3685 |
43.26% 1936th/4475 |
39.87% 2071st/5194 |
15.12% 955th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
44.91% 2058th/4582 |
48.45% 2502nd/5164 |
46.15% 3375th/7313 |
24.70% 1843rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
71.72% 3218th/4487 |
80.89% 5518th/6822 |
64.52% 4049th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Corrina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Corrina" 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.