Is Corinna a boy, girl, or unisex name?

Corinna is commonly used as a Girl name.

How popular is Corinna?

It’s currently ranked #913 in the U.S. Recent trend: Rising.

How do you pronounce Corinna?

ko-RIN-uh · IPA: //kəˈrɪnə//

Corinna Girl

Popularity: #913 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Greek; Latin

Meaning

Greek: maiden; Latin: heart

Historical & Cultural Background

Corinna is derived from the Greek word 'korē,' meaning 'maiden' or 'girl.' In ancient Greek literature, Corinna was a poet from the 5th century BCE, known for her lyrical poetry. The name gained popularity in the Renaissance, particularly in Italy, where it was associated with beauty and grace. It has been used in various cultures and languages, maintaining its appeal over centuries.

Trend Summary

Corinna has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable increase in use during the late 20th century.

Variants

Corine
Coryn
Koryn

International Variants

Corina (Spanish)
Korinna (German)
Korrina (Italian)

Famous people named Corinna

Corinna Harfouch is a German actress known for her roles in film and theater.

Corinna Smith is an American artist recognized for her contemporary paintings.

Corinna Tsopei is a Greek actress and former beauty queen who won Miss Universe in 1964.

Corinna Bille was a Swiss writer celebrated for her novels and poetry.

Fictional characters named Corinna

Corinna is a character in the novel 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt, known for her complex personality.

Corinna is a character in the animated series 'The Owl House,' where she plays a supporting role.

Sibling Suggestions

Cassandra Celeste Clara Cecilia Carmen Celia

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Corinna was first seen in the United States in 1881. Corinna has ranked as high as #899 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has not reached a level of popularity in any states at this time. In the past 5 years the name Corinna has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

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Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Corinna (2023)

Year:

State	Births	Share
CA	7	58%
FL	5	42%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

Year	Births
1881	5
1886	5
1892	6
1894	8
1896	7
1900	7
1902	7
1910	5
1912	10
1913	5
1914	10
1915	13
1916	17
1917	12
1918	11
1919	15
1920	8
1921	8
1922	7
1923	13
1924	14
1925	8
1926	15
1927	12
1929	7
1930	9
1931	6
1932	10
1933	5
1934	7
1935	10
1936	11
1937	5
1938	8
1939	7
1940	6
1941	7
1942	7
1943	9
1944	15
1945	13
1946	5
1947	13
1948	8
1949	8
1950	8
1951	11
1952	10
1953	9
1954	8
1955	8
1956	25
1957	23
1958	22
1959	12
1960	39
1961	167
1962	134
1963	123
1964	149
1965	153
1966	145
1967	174
1968	180
1969	195
1970	225
1971	206
1972	199
1973	163
1974	163
1975	144
1976	170
1977	166
1978	146
1979	112
1980	114
1981	108
1982	94
1983	97
1984	78
1985	130
1986	107
1987	134
1988	164
1989	129
1990	140
1991	121
1992	146
1993	128
1994	130
1995	109
1996	112
1997	84
1998	76
1999	75
2000	65
2001	82
2002	72
2003	49
2004	50
2005	55
2006	44
2007	47
2008	41
2009	47
2010	33
2011	38
2012	29
2013	36
2014	29
2015	37
2016	41
2017	55
2018	45
2019	30
2020	36
2021	40
2022	28
2023	41
2024	37