Korrah Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KOR-uh //ˈkɔːrə//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: a variant of Cora; Hebrew: crown
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Korrah has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the word "Korah" (קוֹרַח), which means "bald" or "shaven." In the Hebrew Bible, Korah is a significant figure, known for leading a rebellion against Moses and Aaron during the Exodus, as recounted in the Book of Numbers (approximately 1400 BCE). This biblical narrative has contributed to the name's historical resonance, as Korah's story serves as a cautionary tale about pride and dissent against divinely appointed authority.
The name entered the English lexicon through the translation of the Bible into Latin and subsequently into English. The Latin Vulgate, completed in the late 4th century, preserved the name as "Cora" or "Korah," which was then adopted into early English translations, including the Wycliffe Bible in the 14th century and the King James Version in 1611.
These translations played a crucial role in popularizing biblical names in English-speaking cultures, embedding them within the religious and cultural fabric of the time. Culturally, the name Korrah carries connotations of rebellion and moral lessons, reflecting the complexities of human nature and leadership.
The figure of Korah has been interpreted in various ways throughout history, often symbolizing the dangers of ambition and the consequences of challenging established authority. This narrative has allowed the name to endure in various forms, with diminutives or variations appearing in different cultures, though Korrah itself remains closely tied to its biblical origins.
The name's historical significance and the moral lessons associated with it contribute to its lasting presence in cultural and religious discussions.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Korrah was first seen in the United States in 2011.
Korrah has ranked as high as #1386 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Korrah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Korrah 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 Korrah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Korrah
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.
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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 Korrah.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |