Corinthian
Corinthian is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Person from Corinth; ornate or elaborate style.
Origin and history
Corinthian is a masculine name derived from the ancient Greek city of Corinth. It carries historical and Biblical associations, most notably through the New Testament Epistles to the Corinthians. While uncommon, it maintains a distinct classical presence in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
807 babies in the United States have been named Corinthian since 1880. It ranks #3869 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1853.
States where it is most popular
- TX (35.5 %)
- FL (16.1 %)
- IL (16.1 %)
- NY (16.1 %)
- SC (16.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 12 |
| 1970-1980 | 75 |
| 1980-1990 | 97 |
| 1990-2000 | 158 |
| 2000-2010 | 214 |
| 2010-2019 | 172 |
| 2020-2029 | 74 |
Fun facts
- In architecture, Corinthian refers to the most ornate of the three classical Greek orders of columns, known for acanthus leaf decorations.
- The name directly references the early Christian community of Corinth featured prominently in the New Testament.