Korvin Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KOR-vin /ˈkɔːrvɪn/
Origin: Latin; Slavic
Meaning: Latin: raven; Slavic: dark
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Korvin is derived from the Latin word "corvus," meaning "raven." This etymological root can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European language, where the term for raven is reconstructed as *kormus. The name likely entered various European languages through the influence of Latin during the Roman Empire, eventually evolving into forms such as Corvinus in Latin and Corvin in Old French.
The transition into English occurred through the adoption of these forms, particularly during the medieval period when Latin and French were prominent in scholarly and aristocratic contexts. Historically, the name Korvin is notably associated with the Hungarian noble family of Corvinus, which rose to prominence in the 15th century.
The most famous member of this lineage was Matthias Corvinus, who reigned as King of Hungary from 1458 to 1490. His rule is often marked by cultural flourishing and the establishment of a significant library, known as the Bibliotheca Corviniana, which contributed to the Renaissance in Hungary.
The family's legacy is further cemented by their connection to the raven, which became a symbol of wisdom and intelligence, often depicted in heraldry. Culturally, the raven has been a significant symbol in various mythologies and folklore, often associated with prophecy and insight.
This symbolism has contributed to the endurance of the name Korvin in various forms across different cultures. In some Slavic traditions, the raven is seen as a messenger between the earthly realm and the divine, enhancing the name's resonance in historical narratives.
The diminutive form "Korv" may also appear in some contexts, reflecting the name's adaptability and continued relevance throughout history.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Korvin was first seen in the United States in 2002.
Korvin has ranked as high as #1362 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Korvin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Korvin 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 Korvin was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Korvin
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 Korvin.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |