Coral Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOR-al / /ˈkɔːr.əl/Latin; English
Meaning
Latin: 'coral'; English: 'resembling coral'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Coral is derived from the Latin word 'corallium', which refers to the marine invertebrates known for their beautiful, hard structures. In English, it has been used as a name since the 19th century, often associated with the vibrant color of coral. Coral is also a term used in various cultures to symbolize beauty and protection.
Trend Summary
The name Coral has seen limited use as a boy's name in the United States, with occasional peaks in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Coralyn
- Coraline
International Variants
- Corail (French)
- Corallo (Italian)
Famous people named Coral
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Coral was first seen in the United States in 1916. Coral has ranked as high as #828 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Coral has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Coral
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |