Corrin Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KOR-in //ˈkɔːr.ɪn//
Origin: Latin; Irish
Meaning: Latin: 'spear'; Irish: 'descendant of the hero'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Corrin is believed to have roots in the Latin word "cor," meaning "heart." This etymology suggests a connection to themes of love and affection, which have historically been significant in various cultures. The name may also derive from the Old French name "Corin," which itself is a diminutive of "Corneille," stemming from the Latin "Cornelius." This transition from Latin to Old French and finally into English illustrates the linguistic evolution that names often undergo, reflecting the cultural exchanges in medieval Europe.
Historically, the name Corrin and its variants have appeared in various literary and cultural contexts. One notable figure is the character Corin in William Shakespeare's play "As You Like It," written in the early 17th century.
This character is a shepherd who embodies pastoral ideals, further linking the name to themes of nature and simplicity. Additionally, the name has been associated with various saints, particularly Saint Cornelius, a pope in the 3rd century, which adds a layer of religious significance to its historical narrative.
Culturally, names like Corrin often carry connotations of warmth and kindness, resonating with the heart-related etymology. The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, reflecting a universal appreciation for its underlying meanings.
The diminutive form "Cory" has also been used, though it is less common in historical texts. Overall, the name Corrin encapsulates a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution, historical significance, and cultural resonance that has contributed to its endurance through the ages.
Fictional characters named Corrin
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Corrin is a fictional character from the video game series Fire Emblem. They are a central character in Fire Emblem Fates, navigating the conflict between two kingdoms and their own identity.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Corrin was first seen in the United States in 1950.
Corrin has ranked as high as #1204 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Corrin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Corrin 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 Corrin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Corrin (2008)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
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 Corrin.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2008 | 24 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2004 | 36 |
| 2003 | 43 |
| 2002 | 68 |
| 2001 | 65 |
| 2000 | 79 |
| 1999 | 48 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1997 | 55 |
| 1996 | 51 |
| 1995 | 51 |
| 1994 | 70 |
| 1993 | 64 |
| 1992 | 76 |
| 1991 | 61 |
| 1990 | 63 |
| 1989 | 61 |
| 1988 | 51 |
| 1987 | 41 |
| 1986 | 47 |
| 1985 | 31 |
| 1984 | 44 |
| 1983 | 53 |
| 1982 | 59 |
| 1981 | 59 |
| 1980 | 57 |
| 1979 | 58 |
| 1978 | 67 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |