Corina
Corina is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Maiden or young woman.
Origin and history
Corina is a feminine given name derived from the Greek name Korinna, which originates from the word for maiden. It has been used steadily in the United States since the late nineteenth century, though it remains relatively uncommon. The name offers a classic European feel while being less frequent than its variant Cora.
Popularity in the United States
15,925 babies in the United States have been named Corina since 1880. It ranks #1222 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1795.
States where it is most popular
- CA (33.7 %)
- TX (30.9 %)
- AZ (4.8 %)
- NY (4.7 %)
- NM (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 5 |
| 1890-1900 | 26 |
| 1900-1910 | 58 |
| 1910-1920 | 154 |
| 1920-1930 | 284 |
| 1930-1940 | 397 |
| 1940-1950 | 381 |
| 1950-1960 | 639 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,316 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,934 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,066 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,100 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,487 |
| 2010-2019 | 772 |
| 2020-2029 | 306 |
Famous people named Corina
- Corina Morariu: Tennis player
Nicknames
Cori, Cora
Fun facts
- The name traces back to Corinna, a famous ancient Greek lyric poet from Boeotia.
- It is a closely related variant of Corinne and Corinna, sharing the same etymological root.