Corbett Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOR-bet / /ˈkɔːrbɛt/French; English
Meaning
French: raven; English: from the raven's hill
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Corbett has French origins, derived from the word 'corbeau,' meaning raven. It was introduced to England after the Norman Conquest. In English, it can also refer to a geographical feature, specifically a hill associated with ravens. The name has been used as both a surname and a given name.
Trend Summary
Corbett has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Corbet
- Corbitt
International Variants
- Corbeau (French)
Famous people named Corbett
Corbett B. H. Smith was an American politician known for his contributions to local governance.
Corbett O'Toole is a notable Irish author recognized for his works on folklore.
Corbett H. Thigpen was an American psychiatrist famous for co-authoring 'The Three Faces of Eve.'.
Corbett M. McCarthy is a contemporary artist known for his abstract paintings.
Fictional characters named Corbett
Corbett is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper, serving as a minor antagonist.
Corbett is a supporting character in the animated series 'The Adventures of Tintin,' known for his role in various escapades.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Corbett was first seen in the United States in 1892. Corbett has ranked as high as #1068 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in Kentucky, California, Texas, West Virginia, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Corbett has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Corbett (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1892 | 23 |
| 1893 | 15 |
| 1894 | 20 |
| 1895 | 11 |
| 1896 | 10 |
| 1897 | 14 |
| 1898 | 8 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 18 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 28 |
| 1920 | 32 |
| 1921 | 17 |
| 1922 | 25 |
| 1923 | 29 |
| 1924 | 25 |
| 1925 | 31 |
| 1926 | 22 |
| 1927 | 19 |
| 1928 | 24 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 14 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 23 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 21 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 19 |
| 1943 | 18 |
| 1944 | 19 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 20 |
| 1947 | 15 |
| 1948 | 24 |
| 1949 | 24 |
| 1950 | 15 |
| 1951 | 16 |
| 1952 | 20 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 25 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 28 |
| 1966 | 22 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 34 |
| 1970 | 45 |
| 1971 | 54 |
| 1972 | 44 |
| 1973 | 42 |
| 1974 | 37 |
| 1975 | 36 |
| 1976 | 33 |
| 1977 | 40 |
| 1978 | 36 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 27 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 21 |
| 1995 | 24 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 21 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 18 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 9 |