Korben Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Korben is an English name that originates from the Hebrew word 'korban', meaning offering or sacrifice. The name has evolved through different forms, including Corban and Corbin. It has gained popularity in modern culture, particularly through media representation, and is often perceived as a distinctive choice for a name. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Korben is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Korben has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Korben' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9449th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1907th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1695th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Korben' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Korben"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːrbən/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Korben is derived from the Hebrew word 'korban', meaning 'offering' or 'sacrifice'. It has been adapted into English and is often associated with popular culture.
Meaning
offering, sacrifice
Language Evolution
Korben, Corban, Korban
Historical Usage
The name Korben gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly due to its use in films and literature, which contributed to its modern appeal.
Variants & Derivatives
Corbin, Corban, Korben
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Korben is viewed as a unique and trendy name, often associated with characters in science fiction and fantasy genres.
Famous People
Korben Dallas (character from 'The Fifth Element')
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Korben"
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 "Korben"
"Korben" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9449th of 16616 | 38 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1907th of 24088 | 1,061 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1695th of 23106 | 1,143 |
Regional Popularity of "Korben" 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) |
38.37% 1758th/4582 |
- |
26.01% 1902nd/7313 |
29.34% 2190th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.32% 1487th/3984 |
77.74% 3488th/4487 |
26.31% 1795th/6822 |
31.45% 1974th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Korben" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Korben"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Korben" 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.