Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Corrie has Scottish origins, derived from 'corra', meaning 'hollow' or 'sickle'. It has evolved through various forms such as Corra and Corinne. The name is associated with a vintage charm and is not linked to any biblical texts. It gained popularity in the 19th century and remains modestly popular today, with variants like Cora and Corie.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɔːri/
Origin
Scottish
Etymology
Corrie is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word 'corra', meaning 'sickle' or 'hollow'. It is often used as a diminutive form of names like Corinne or Cornelia.
Meaning
hollow, sickle
Language Evolution
Corra (Scottish Gaelic), Corinne (Greek origin), Cornelia (Latin origin)
Historical Usage
Corrie gained popularity in Scotland during the 19th century as a feminine name, often used as a nickname.
Variants & Derivatives
Cora, Corinna, Corie, Korrie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Corrie is perceived as a charming and slightly vintage name, enjoying a modest popularity in various English-speaking countries.
Famous People
Corrie ten Boom, a Dutch Christian who helped many Jews escape the Nazis during World War II., Corrie Sanders, a South African professional boxer and world champion.
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 386 peak births in 1977
Geographic Spread
Popular across 36 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4124th of 7545 | 58 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4872nd of 6773 | 27 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3135th of 7552 | 133 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1541st of 10718 | 506 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2746th of 16616 | 355 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7057th of 24088 | 157 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 13385th of 23106 | 38 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 983rd of 9107 | 974 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1570th of 9204 | 462 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2185th of 12526 | 487 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 828th of 19264 | 2,639 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1110th of 27321 | 2,439 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3685th of 35406 | 628 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3998th of 30306 | 447 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - 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) |
51.82% 1522nd/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
44.74% 1574th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
27.85% 659th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
40.71% 958th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
72.77% 2076th/2853 |
60.04% 1666th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
23.19% 681st/2937 |
26.41% 920th/3483 |
29.56% 1040th/3518 |
18.50% 748th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
26.57% 979th/3685 |
28.42% 1272nd/4475 |
24.43% 1269th/5194 |
20.34% 1285th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
- |
50.83% 3717th/7313 |
66.78% 4984th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
94.70% 3773rd/3984 |
- |
53.14% 3625th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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 in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in South Carolina 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 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, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, 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 male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4124th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4872nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3135th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1541st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2746th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7057th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13385th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 983rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1570th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2185th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 828th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1110th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3685th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3998th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.