Corrado Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kor-RAH-do /kɔːˈrɑːdoʊ/
Origin: Italian; Latin
Meaning: Italian: bold; Latin: heart
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Corrado has its roots in the Germanic name Konrad, which is composed of the elements "kuoni," meaning "bold," and "rad," meaning "counsel" or "advice." This name was adopted into Latin as Conradus, which later evolved into various forms in different languages. The transition into Italian as Corrado occurred during the medieval period, reflecting the linguistic shifts that took place as Latin evolved into the Romance languages.
The name was further popularized in Italy through its association with various historical figures and saints. One notable historical milestone associated with the name Corrado is Saint Conrad of Parzham, who lived in the 19th century and was canonized in 1934.
His life and works contributed to the name's significance within the Christian tradition, particularly in regions where Italian is spoken. Additionally, the name has been borne by several Italian nobles and rulers throughout the Middle Ages, which helped to cement its status in Italian culture.
Culturally, Corrado is often associated with qualities of strength and wisdom, reflecting its etymological roots. The name has been embraced in various forms of art and literature, symbolizing noble characteristics and leadership.
In Italian tradition, diminutive forms such as Corradino may also be found, providing a familial or affectionate variant that has historical resonance. Overall, the name Corrado carries a rich historical and cultural legacy, rooted in its Germanic origins and shaped by its journey through Latin and into Italian.
Famous people named Corrado
In this section, you will find notable people named Corrado. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Corrado who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Corrado Guzzanti is a comedian and actor best known for Il Ruggito del Coniglio, La Verità è che non gli piaci abbastanza, and Aniene.
Corrado Alvaro is a writer and journalist best known for Gente in Aspromonte, The Man Who Knew Too Much, and The Last of the Italians.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Corrado was first seen in the United States in 1913.
Corrado has ranked as high as #6331 nationally, which occurred in 1973, and has been most popular in New Jersey, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Corrado has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Corrado is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Corrado was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Corrado.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 8 | 8 |
| 2024 | 6 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 | 7 |
| 2016 | 7 | 7 |
| 2015 | 6 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 | 8 |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 5 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 | 6 |
| 2010 | 7 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 | 6 |
| 2007 | 6 | 6 |
| 2006 | 12 | 12 |
| 2005 | 5 | 5 |
| 2002 | 9 | 9 |
| 1997 | 5 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 | 8 |
| 1975 | 9 | 9 |
| 1973 | 14 | 14 |
| 1971 | 5 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 | 8 |
| 1969 | 9 | 9 |
| 1968 | 12 | 12 |
| 1966 | 6 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 | 7 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 |
| 1956 | 7 | 7 |
| 1935 | 5 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 | 5 |
| 1926 | 8 | 8 |
| 1925 | 5 | 5 |
| 1924 | 7 | 7 |
| 1923 | 7 | 7 |
| 1922 | 8 | 8 |
| 1920 | 5 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 | 5 |
| 1917 | 6 | 6 |
| 1913 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Corrado (1973)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 7 |