Corwin
Corwin is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Leather worker or friend of the heart.
Origin and history
Corwin is a given name of Old English or Old French origin, traditionally interpreted as meaning 'leather worker' or 'friend of the heart'. Historically used as a surname, it transitioned into a rare masculine given name in the United States. It remains a distinctive, traditional choice with consistent low-frequency usage.
Popularity in the United States
4,353 babies in the United States have been named Corwin since 1880. It ranks #1883 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1784.
States where it is most popular
- CA (29.8 %)
- TX (18 %)
- OH (14.6 %)
- NY (8.8 %)
- MI (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 11 |
| 1910-1920 | 170 |
| 1920-1930 | 228 |
| 1930-1940 | 181 |
| 1940-1950 | 195 |
| 1950-1960 | 305 |
| 1960-1970 | 384 |
| 1970-1980 | 514 |
| 1980-1990 | 587 |
| 1990-2000 | 657 |
| 2000-2010 | 549 |
| 2010-2019 | 429 |
| 2020-2029 | 143 |
Famous people named Corwin
- Corwin Hansch: Chemist, Professor
- Corwin Clatt: Athlete
Nicknames
Cory, Cor
Fun facts
- Corwin of Amber is the main protagonist in Roger Zelazny's famous fantasy book series, 'The Chronicles of Amber'.
- Like many traditional English given names, Corwin originated as an occupational surname.