Corina
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
15,888 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1992 Peak Popularity Year
399 Peak Births

Corina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Corina has Greek origins, meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter,' and has evolved through forms like Korinna and Corinna. It conveys traits of purity and youthfulness, with no biblical significance. The name saw increased popularity in the 20th century, and today, it is viewed as charming and elegant, with notable bearers in various fields.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Corina"

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Pronunciation

/kəˈriːnə/

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Origin

Greek

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Etymology

The name Corina is derived from the Greek word 'korē,' meaning 'maiden' or 'daughter.' It is often associated with purity and youthfulness.

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Meaning

maiden, daughter, purity

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Language Evolution

Korinna, Corinna, Corina

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Historical Usage

Corina gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, and has been used in various literary works.

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Variants & Derivatives

Corinna, Cory, Cori

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Corina is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with creativity and warmth.

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Famous People

Corina Katt Ayala, Corina Morariu

📊 Corina Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Corina Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 399 peak births in 1992

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 33 US states, with strongest presence in New Mexico

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Corina" - Complete Guide (10 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Corina". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 10 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Corina"

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 "Corina"

"Corina" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 1671st of 9107 421
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 1235th of 9204 679
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1046th of 12526 1,830
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 600th of 19264 4,596
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 637th of 27321 5,127
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 1419th of 35406 2,395
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 2625th of 30306 802

Regional Popularity of "Corina" 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 "Corina" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 52.96%
1253rd/2366
52.28%
597th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 37.02%
871st/2353
40.72%
630th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
57.30%
1276th/2227
66.58%
1618th/2430
27.76%
792nd/2853
22.88%
635th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
25.71%
755th/2937
30.18%
1051st/3483
18.76%
660th/3518
9.32%
377th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
28.06%
1034th/3685
21.52%
963rd/4475
13.84%
719th/5194
6.66%
421st/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
42.03%
1926th/4582
35.63%
1840th/5164
21.21%
1551st/7313
14.30%
1067th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- 61.47%
2758th/4487
33.08%
2257th/6822
35.10%
2203rd/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Corina"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Corina" 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.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Corina" in the United States

The name Corina is most popular in New Mexico, 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, Corina 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, 'Corina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1671st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1235th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1046th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 600th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 637th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1419th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2625th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Corina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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