Korbyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Korbyn is an English name that means 'raven' and evolved from the name Corbin through modern adaptations. Its traits include uniqueness and contemporary appeal, while it has no significant biblical relevance. The name reflects a broader trend towards distinctive and creative naming practices in recent years.
The name Korbyn is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Korbyn has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female 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 female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Korbyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8236th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1694th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1138th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14555th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3908th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Korbyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Korbyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːr.bɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Korbyn is a modern English variant of the name Corbin, which is derived from the Old French 'corbin', meaning 'raven'. The name has also been linked to the Latin word 'corvus', which also means 'raven'.
Meaning
raven
Language Evolution
Corbin, Corbyn, Korbyn
Historical Usage
Korbyn gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of traditional names, reflecting a trend towards unique spellings and contemporary names.
Variants & Derivatives
Corbin, Corbyn, Korben
Modern Popularity & Image
Korbyn is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Korbyn McMahon, a social media influencer, Korbyn Wright, a notable athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Korbyn"
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 "Korbyn"
"Korbyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8236th of 16616 | 54 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1694th of 24088 | 1,267 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1138th of 23106 | 2,078 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14555th of 27321 | 43 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7406th of 35406 | 244 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3908th of 30306 | 461 |
Regional Popularity of "Korbyn" 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) |
27.22% 1247th/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
22.32% 1632nd/7313 |
34.17% 2550th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.17% 923rd/3984 |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
13.65% 931st/6822 |
40.04% 2513th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Korbyn" 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) |
- | - |
67.97% 4971st/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
47.16% 3217th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Korbyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Korbyn" 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.