Corin Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKOR-in / /ˈkɔːr.ɪn/Latin; Irish
Meaning
Latin: spear; Irish: little hero
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Corin has roots in Latin, where it is derived from 'cor' meaning heart or 'spear'. In Irish culture, it is often associated with the meaning 'little hero'. The name has been used in literature, notably in Shakespeare's play 'As You Like It', where Corin is a shepherd. Its usage has varied over time, reflecting different cultural influences.
Trend Summary
Corin has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Corin
- Coryn
International Variants
- Corin (French)
- Coryn (English)
Famous people named Corin
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Fictional characters named Corin
Corin (As You Like It) is a shepherd character in Shakespeare's play.
Corin (The Chronicles of Narnia) is a character in C.S. Lewis's series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Corin was first seen in the United States in 1967. Corin has ranked as high as #1347 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Washington, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Corin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Corin (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 8 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 28 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 36 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 24 |
| 2018 | 27 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 7 |